South Florida Lawn and Garden

South Florida Gardening Calendar

Sydney Park Brown

Preparation for and Recovery from Hurricanes and Windstorms for Tropical Fruit Trees in the South Florida Home Landscape

Jonathan H. Crane, Jeff Wasielewski, and Carlos F. Balerdi

Dealing with Iguanas in the South Florida Landscape

W. H. Kern, Jr.

Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Pattern Book: Sample plant lists and designs for four Florida regions: USDA Hardiness Zones 10A, 10B, and 11, South Florida

Gail Hansen, Kelly Perez, and Esen Momol

How to Minimize Wind Damage in the South Florida Landscape

Timothy K. Broschat and Derek Burch

Windstorms are always a matter of concern, but trees that have been selected properly, sited with care, and maintained so as to have a sturdy form and an open canopy stand the best chance of surviving intact and not adding to the damage in the area. It is worth learning how to prune and shape trees in order to minimize the risks of damage.

Estimates of the Replacement Costs of Commercial and Backyard Avocado Trees in South Florida

Edward A. Evans and Jonathan H. Crane

Recommended Native Landscape Plants for Florida's Treasure Coast

Sandra B. Wilson, Judith A. Gersony, Keona L. Nolan, Janice C. Broda, and Edward A. Skvarch, Jr.

Native Wildflowers on Roadsides of Central and South Florida

Jeffrey G. Norcini

Native Habitats for Monarch Butterflies in South Florida

Rebecca G. Harvey, Patricia L. Howell, Carol Morgenstern, and Frank J. Mazzotti

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Rain Barrel Water Quality in South Florida

Kimberly Moore, Mica McMillan, and Lorna Bravo

Rain barrels are a great way to conserve water, save money, and contribute to a sustainable landscape. However, adoption of rain barrels is low with homeowners concerned about water quality especially from different roof types. Our analysis of nutrients showed that there was no difference in nutrient levels based on roof type. All water samples had low levels of nutrients and no detectable pathogens. Based on our analysis, the water collected from these rain barrels would be safe to use for non-potable uses in the landscape and garden.