Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ (FFL) is the state of Florida’s premier Extension program that promotes sustainable alternatives to “conventional” landscaping, providing guidance on low-impact, environmentally friendly, science-based landscape practices that use less water and reduce pollutant loading to Florida waters. In this introductory program, learn how to use the 9 Principles to transition a traditional high maintenance landscape to a diverse and aestetically pleasing one that requires less maintenance and costs less to manage.

The FFL approach is based on the 9 FFL Principles:

1) Right Plant, Right Place

2) Water Efficiently

3) Fertilize Appropriately

4) Mulch

5) Attract Wildlife

6) Manage Yard Pests Responsibly

7) Recycle

8) Reduce Storm Water Runoff

9) Protect the Waterfront

The overall goal is to reduce nonpoint source pollution through proper fertilization, irrigation, and pesticide use on residential and commercial landscapes.

Where: Southeast Regional Library / Room A

When: Monday 13 October 2025 from 1:15 PM to 2:15 PM

Lunch & Learn: You are invited to bring your own lunch and a drink.

The drink must have a cover than can be closed per Library Rules.

Tea, water, and cookies will be provided!

Please direct any questions to Stephanie Means, UF/IFAS Duval County Extension Florida Friendly Landscaping Program Assistant - smeans1@ufl.edu

Transitioning To A Florida-Friendly Landscape - Lunch & Learn