Lawns and Turf
A healthy lawn increases the value of a property, reduces soil erosion, cools the air, and reduces glare and noise. It also filters and traps sediment and pollutants that could otherwise contaminate surface waters and groundwater.
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Publications
Homeowner Best Management Practices for the Home Lawn
EP236/ENH979 by Alex J. Lindsey, Marco Schiavon, J. Bryan Unruh, and Laurie E. TrenholmDecember 12, 2023A healthy lawn is an important component of an urban landscape. Not only do lawns increase the value of a property, but they also reduce soil erosion, filter stormwater runoff, cool the air, and reduce glare and noise. A healthy lawn effectively filters and traps sediment and pollutants that could otherwise contaminate surface waters and groundwater. This publication is intended for those who maintain their own lawn and landscapes.
Related IFAS Blog Posts
When Grass Won’t Grow, a new episode from Your Central Florida Yard podcast
Anne YasalonisApril 29th, 2024When Grass Won’t Grow In this episode of Your Central Florid Yard, learn what to do in your yard when grass won’t grow. A new episode out now from Your Central Florida Yard Your Central Florida Yard, a podcast from UF/IFAS Extension Polk County has a new episode on what to do when grass won’t […]
April is Water Conservation Month!
Julia SirchiaApril 26th, 2024April is Water Conservation Month. We all know how important water is for our gardens and lawns here in Central Florida. Now that warmer weather is approaching, we tend to use more water, especially from our sprinkler systems. Lets talk about the balance of keeping our plants healthy and using water wisely, since drought conditions […]
Gardening Successfully in Florida’s Summer Heat
Julia SirchiaApril 11th, 2024Welcome to the Sunshine State! If you’ve recently made Florida your home or if you’re diving into gardening in this unique climate for the first time, you’re in for an adventure. Florida’s summers are famous for their intense heat, humidity, and frequent rainfall, making it a challenging season for traditional vegetable gardens. But fear not! […]
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