This interesting program will give participants an overview of the principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ and information about the purpose of stormwater ponds emphasizing low maintenance landscaping and irrigation practices and reducing polluted runoff into stormwater ponds. 

Doris Heitzmann, the Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ community outreach coordinator from the University of Florida IFAS Extension Service invites homeowners to learn about some simple steps everybody can take to keep ponds and lakes “healthy”.  We will also cover plant selection and design ideas that can once implemented, lead to attractive and beautiful ponds in our communites.  

Reservation policy

Before continuing, we would like to make you aware of our reservation policies. Cancellations - If your class is canceled for any reason you will be notified no less than 24 hours prior to class start. We will provide a full refund for cancellations made by Pinellas County Extension. Refunds may take up to 30 days to process. Payment - We require full payment at time of reservation so be prepared with a credit card to complete this transaction. Refunds - Refunds will be made in the event of a class cancellation or if the registrant requests a refund 24 hours prior to the class time. Reservations - You must be 18 to make a reservation. If you are under 18 and want to attend a class you must register and attend with a parent or guardian.

The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) is an Equal Opportunity Institution authorized to provide research, educational information, and other services only to individuals and institutions that function with non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political opinions, or affiliations. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Cooperative Extension Service, University of Florida, IFAS, Florida A&M University Cooperative Extension Program, and Boards of County Commissioners Cooperating.