Florida-Friendly Landscaping Program. It s simpler than you think
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1 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Program It s simpler than you think
2 Michelle Atkinson Manatee County Division of Ag & Extension Services Florida-Friendly Landscaping Program th Street West Palmetto, FL Phone (941) Funded by The Manasota Basin Board of the Southwest Florida Water Management District
3 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Origins of Florida-Friendly Landscaping Legislative definition Nine Principles Florida-Friendly Landscape Maintenance Resources Outreach efforts
4 Documented nitrogen pollution + Eco-Neighborhoods Program
5 Green Industries Best Management Practices Program Florida Yards and Neighborhoods, Builder/Developer Program Florida Yards & Neighborhoods, Homeowner Program Homeowners Community associations Property managers Builders and developers Landscaping professionals
6 Florida-Friendly Landscaping SB 2080 defines FFL: quality landscapes that conserve water, protect the environment, are adaptable to local conditions, and are drought tolerant. The principles of such landscaping include planting the right plant in the right place, efficient water, appropriate fertilization, mulching, attraction of wildlife, responsible management of yard pests, recycling yard waste, reduction of stormwater runoff, and waterfront protection. F. S., Ch
7 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Definition continued Additional components include practices such as landscape planning and design, soil analysis, the appropriate use of solid waste compost, minimizing the use of irrigation, and proper maintenance. F. S., Ch
8 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Our summary definition: Florida-Friendly Landscaping is a collection of practices involving design, installation, operation and maintenance which are intended to reduce irrigation water use, protect water quality from over-use of fertilizer and pesticides, and reduce stormwater runoff.
9 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Interagency cooperation grew UF/IFAS lead agency Funding sources: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Department of Environmental Protection University of Florida Water Management Districts
10 Local Ordinances Florida-Friendly Landscape Guidance Models for Ordinances, Covenants, and Restrictions
11 9 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles 1. Right plant, right place 2. Water efficiently 3. Mulch 4. Recycle 5. Fertilize appropriately
12 9 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles 6. Manage yard pests 7. Reduce stormwater runoff 8. Attract wildlife 9. Protect the waterfront
13 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles #1: Right Plant, Right Place Requires minimal supplemental water, fertilizer, or pesticide Group according to water needs Use groundcovers where turf is difficult to maintain If turf fails in a location, explore other options
14 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles #2: Water Efficiently Overwatering can cause: Water pollution when excess fertilizer not used by plants travels to waterways or underground More plant disease
15 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles #2: Water Efficiently An average of 50 percent of a home s water bill goes toward irrigation Water only when plants start to wilt Follow local watering restrictions
16 Once the RIGHT plant is established, irrigation can be reduced
17 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles #2: Water Efficiently Use microirrigation in landscape beds
18 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles #3: Fertilize Appropriately Maintenance practices affect health of community retention pond UF science-based fertilizer application rates Allow grass to go dormant in cooler months
19 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles #3: Fertilize Appropriately Leave a 10-foot maintenance-free zone around water bodies
20 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles #4: Mulch Beautifies and preserves moisture
21 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles #5: Attract Wildlife Provide a green corridor for animal travel from one wild space to another Beauty and benefits of natural pest control and pollination
22 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles #6: Manage Yard Pests Responsibly Use least toxic method first
23 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles #7: Recycle Leaves and grass clippings can be used as mulch
24 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles #8: Reduce Stormwater Runoff Runoff carries fertilizer, pesticides, oil, and other materials into surface and groundwater, and contributes to pollution Aim downspouts at porous surface
25 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles #9: Protect the Waterfront Maintenance-free zone of at least 10 feet Keep grass clippings from washing into storm drains and water bodies
26 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles Maintenance is the Key to keeping a Florida-Friendly Landscape, Florida-Friendly Green Industry Best Managements Practices (BMPs) taught monthly, next class Nov. 30 th in Manatee County.
27 Resources Florida-Friendly Landscaping Web site
28 Resources FloridaYards.org Web site Searchable plant list with color photos
29 Resources
30 Success Stories Lakewood Ranch Before After 1 year
31 Success Stories Homeowner Before After 10 years
32 Questions & Answers
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