Introduction to Florida -Friendly Landscaping™€¦ · “Florida-friendly landscaping” means...
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Introduction to Florida-Friendly Landscaping™
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What is a Florida-Friendly Landscape?
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Xeriscaping
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Xeriscaping• Replaced by Florida-Friendly Landscaping™
(FFL) in 2009
• F.S. 373.185
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F.S. 373.185“Florida-friendly landscaping” means 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 watering, appropriate fertilization, mulching, attraction of wildlife, responsible management of yard pests, recycling yard waste, reduction of stormwater runoff, and waterfront protection. 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.
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FFL Program Summary Definition:
Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ is the application of science-based landscape practices to help design and maintain attractive, healthy, and sustainable landscapes.
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MissionConserve water in the landscape while reducing stormwater runoff and non-point source pollution.
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The Facts:– Largest outdoor use of
H2O is irrigation(30% to 50% of total household use)
– One watering day for 2,500 sq. ft. lawn = domestic water needs for 10 people
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Stormwater Runoff
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This runoff can carry pollutants into water bodies without going through a treatment process.
Pollutants can also leach through the soil into groundwater (water supply).
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Nonpoint Source Pollution
• Trash• Car oil • Chemical lawn
products• Soil and other
residues that are easily carried away by flowing water
Sometimes called “personal pollution”
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Nine Principles ofFlorida-Friendly Landscaping
• Right Plant, Right Place• Water Efficiently• Fertilize Appropriately• Mulch • Attract Wildlife • Manage Yard Pests Responsibly• Recycle Yard Waste• Reduce Stormwater Runoff• Protect The Waterfront
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Principle 1:Right Plant, Right Place
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Right Plant, Right Place• Site Assessment
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Right Plant, Right Place• Site Assessment
– Sun/Shade Patterns– Wet/Dry Areas– Vertical/Horizontal Restrictions– Existing & Planned Structures &
Features– Soil Characteristics & pH– Underground Utilities– Existing Invasive Exotics
• http://plants.ifas.ufl.edu/assessment/
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Right Plant, Right Place
Plan Twice, Plant Once!
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Trees
Groundcover Shrubs
Plant Forms
Image Credit: Gail Hansen
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Native Plants in the Landscape• Adapted to local soil
conditions• Adapted to local (typical)
climate • Rainfall• Humidity• Temperatures & extremes
• Preferred by native wildlife
• Choose the right plant
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Principle 2:Water Efficiently
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Water Efficiently • Water is wasted due to:
• Improper calibration• Excessive frequency• Turf or plant
interference• Broken sprinkler
heads• Misdirected
sprinklers
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Water Conservation Tips- In the Landscape
• Consider reducing turf grass where practical• Irrigate deeply (3/4”) to encourage drought
resistance• Use drought tolerant plants• Use reclaimed water if available• Install drip or micro irrigation
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• Puts water where needed• Erosion is minimized• Decrease in evaporation• Not as subject to wind drift• Weed growth reduced• Diseases minimized• Flexibility in design
& usage
Advantages of Micro Irrigation
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Disadvantages of Micro-Irrigation• High cost of initial set-up• Complexity & variety of products• Clogging of emitters• An effective product has not been produced to be
utilized in turf on sandy soils.• Longer running times needed for proper watering.• Easy to abuse by running too long.
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Establishment
Establishment period: the time it takes for a plant to regenerate enough roots to stay alive without irrigation.
• Roots grow to pre-transplanting length• Trunk and shoot growth match pre-transplant rate• Time: 3 - 4 months/ inch trunk caliper in Florida
20-28 weeks for 3 gallon shrub
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Principle 6:Manage Yard Pests Responsibly
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Manage Yard Pests Responsibly
• Cannot have an insect-free yard!
• Less than 1% of insects are pests.
• Beneficials naturally help keep pests under control.
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Manage Yard Pests Responsibly
• Cannot have an insect-free yard!
• Less than 1% of insects are pests.
• Beneficials naturally help keep pests under control.
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Green lacewing
Green lynx spider
Praying mantis
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Intervention Toxicity
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Cost Savings?
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Cost Savings?
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Cost Comparison
•Sustainable Garden (SG) cost 33% more to install
•Water use - SG uses 77% less
•Green waste - SG produces 66% less
•Maintenance labor - SG cost 68% less time
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Is this Florida-Friendly?
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Is this Florida-Friendly?
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Brian NiemannUF/IFAS Extension Pinellas CountyFlorida-Friendly Landscaping™ Extension [email protected]