09-14-2026 Florida-Friendly Landscaping 101: An Overview

Whether you are new to Florida or a long-time resident, this seminar will explore the nine principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping and how it can not only help you maintain your home landscape, but help it thrive! The Florida-Friendly Landscaping Program is here to help you learn how to have healthy and beautiful landscapes that protect Florida's natural resources by following nine science-based principles:

• Right Plant, Right Place
• Water Efficiently
• Fertilize Appropriately
• Mulch
• Attract Wildlife
• Manage Yard Pests Responsibly
• Recycle Yard Waste
• Reduce Stormwater Runoff
• Protect the water front

A Florida-Friendly landscape can be designed to look the way you want, fit the aesthetics of your community, and suit your lifestyle, while being environmentally sustainable.

This lecture is presented by Kate Kaste, UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County, FFL Program Manager.

An Equal Opportunity Institution.

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as alternate formats of written material, please contact Kate Kaste at kkaste@pascocountyfl.net or 352-518-0156 at least 1 week in advance to this presentation date.