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    Florida-Friendly Landscaping is an integrated approach to landscaping that conserves water, protects water quality, and provides habitat for wildlife. It uses principles like planting native species, watering efficiently, fertilizing appropriately, and managing yard pests responsibly. The goals are to conserve water, protect water quality, and make landscapes less work. Water quality is a major issue in Florida, as pollution from fertilizers, pesticides, and stormwater runoff degrade water resources. Population growth increases these threats while decreasing natural habitats that filter runoff. Protecting water is important for tourism, fishing, agriculture, and human health. The Florida-Friendly Landscaping program recognizes properties that apply its principles to landscape sustain

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    Florida-Friendly Landscaping is an integrated approach to landscaping that conserves water, protects water quality, and provides habitat for wildlife. It uses principles like planting native species, watering efficiently, fertilizing appropriately, and managing yard pests responsibly. The goals are to conserve water, protect water quality, and make landscapes less work. Water quality is a major issue in Florida, as pollution from fertilizers, pesticides, and stormwater runoff degrade water resources. Population growth increases these threats while decreasing natural habitats that filter runoff. Protecting water is important for tourism, fishing, agriculture, and human health. The Florida-Friendly Landscaping program recognizes properties that apply its principles to landscape sustain

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    FFL RecognitionIntro

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    Florida-Friendly Landscaping is an integrated approach to landscaping that conserves water, protects water quality, and provides habitat for wildlife. It uses principles like planting native species, watering efficiently, fertilizing appropriately, and managing yard pests responsibly. The goals are to conserve water, protect water quality, and make landscapes less work. Water quality is a major issue in Florida, as pollution from fertilizers, pesticides, and stormwater runoff degrade water resources. Population growth increases these threats while decreasing natural habitats that filter runoff. Protecting water is important for tourism, fishing, agriculture, and human health. The Florida-Friendly Landscaping program recognizes properties that apply its principles to landscape sustain

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    Florida-Friendly Landscaping™

    Landscape Recognition Program


    Florida-Friendly Landscaping™
    • What is it?
    • An integrated approach to
    maintaining an attractive,
    colorful, and diverse yard
    • Friendly to wildlife
    • Less work than the traditional
    landscape
    • Goals:
    • Conserve water
    • Protect water quality
    Water Quality
    • One of Florida’s greatest natural
    resources is its water
    • 60% of Florida’s fresh water is
    used on landscape irrigation
    • Misuse of fertilizers and
    pesticides are big contributors to
    water pollution
    (point source pollution)
    Water Quality
    • Point source pollution-single
    identifiable source
    • Nonpoint Source Pollution-cannot
    be pinpointed to any one place
    (non – point source pollution)
    Water Quality
    • Most storm drains lead
    directly to stormwater
    pond or natural
    waterway
    Polluted runoff is the
    #1 water quality issue
    in Florida.
    Population Growth
    • Approximately 1,000
    people a day
    • Increased demand for
    water
    • Increased pollution
    • Decreased habitats that
    filter polluted run-off
    before it returns to the
    aquifer
    Economic Concerns
    • Tourism is Florida’s largest industry
    • $67 billion spent each year
    • Fishing industry in Florida
    • $6 billion, employing 60,000 people for sports and
    commercial purposes
    • Agriculture
    • Requires clean water to irrigate farm crops
    • Decrease in natural ecosystems can decrease
    economic impact of tourism to the state
    Health Concerns
    • Water effected by algal
    blooms can cause:
    • rashes
    • stomach or liver illness
    • respiratory problems
    • neurological affects
    Floridians Care About Protecting Water

    • 86% of Floridians think water


    resources are a high or extremely
    high environmental priority
    • Floridians are concerned about
    water pollution, water
    conservation/lack of water, and
    water quantity
    • Floridians are more interested in
    learning about water resources than
    any other environmental topic
    Florida-Friendly Landscaping™
    9 Principles
    • Right plant, right place
    • Water efficiently
    • Fertilize appropriately
    • Mulch • Attract wildlife
    • Manage yard pests responsibly
    • Recycle yard waste
    • Reduce stormwater runoff
    • Protect the waterfront
    Florida-Friendly Landscaping™
    Florida Statute 373.185
    “quality landscapes that conserve
    water, protect the environment,
    are adaptable to local conditions,
    and are drought tolerant.”
    Florida-Friendly Landscaping™
    Florida Statute 373.185
    FFL Recognition Program

    Available for:
    • Residential
    • Commercial
    • Governmental
    • New Construction

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