ENH1165, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Gail Hansen and Erin Alvarez, takes homeowners through the process of developing an inventory and analysis of their yards to determine action items toward achieving the desired results in their landscape design. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, June 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep426
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ENH1164/EP425 Color in the Landscape: Finding Inspiration for a Color Theme
ENH1164, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Gail Hansen and Erin Alvarez, describes different types of color schemes, properties of color, sources of inspiration, how to test color schemes, and varieties of texture and form. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, June 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep425
ENH117/MG347 Florida Coonties and Atala Butterflies
Revised! ENH117, a 10-page illustrated fact sheet by Daniel F. Culbert, describes this unusual native cycad — its habitat and range, description, nonlandscape uses, landscape characteristics and uses, propagation and pest management — and the rare atala butterfly for which it is the sole host — legal status, management, and atala gardening. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, March 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/mg347
ENH1080/EP347 Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Guidelines Community Associations Can Use to Select a Landscaper and Write an Effective Landscaping Contract
ENH1080, a 16-page fact sheet by Annemarie Post and Fred Santana, provide an example of language that could be included in a landscape maintenance contract for existing or new community associations. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, December 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep347
ENH1159/EP419 Agave and Yucca: Tough Plants for Tough Times
ENH1159, an 18-page illustrated fact sheet by Gary W. Knox, describes these tough, low-maintenance plants that thrive in in the sometimes harsh conditions associated with urban environments — requirements and placement, water and fertilizer, pests, diseases, and cultural problems, container gardening, propagation, historical and modern uses, and agave toxicities. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, February 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep419
ENH1163/EP424 Landscape Elements for a Florida-Friendly Yard
ENH1163, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Gail Hansen, lists common elements of well designed Florida yards, grouped into three categories: environmental health, function, and design. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, March 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep424
ENH1151/EP412 Rainlily, Zephyranthes and Habranthus spp.: Low Maintenance Flowering Bulbs for Florida Gardens
ENH1151, a 12-page illustrated fact sheet by Gary W. Knox, describes these small flowing bulbs that flower within a few days after a rainfall — where to plant them, how to care for them, how to propagate them, and common species and selections. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, November 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep412
ENH1138/EP399 Crapemyrtle Pruning
ENH1138, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Gary W. Knox and Edward F. Gilman, addresses this controversial aspect of crapemyrtle maintenance, providing recommendations based on UF/IFAS research clarifying the effects of various crapemyrtle pruning practices. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, September 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep399
ENH1147/EP408: Sustainable Landscape Construction: Aggregates and Precast Pavers and Blocks
ENH1147, a 1-page fact sheet by Gail Hansen, describes environmental issues, design strategies and construction techniques for using aggregates and precast pavers and blocks in landscape construction. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep408
ENH1146/EP407 Sustainable Landscape Construction: Concrete
ENH1146, a 1-page fact sheet by Gail Hansen, describes environmental issues, design strategies and construction techniques for using concrete in landscape construction. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep407
ENH1145/EP406 Sustainable Landscape Construction: Manufactured Lumber
ENH1145, a 1-page fact sheet by Gail Hansen, describes environmental issues, design strategies and construction techniques for using manufactured lumber in landscape construction. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep406
ENH1156/EP416 Right Plant, Right Place: The Art and Science of Landscape Design:Plant Selection and Siting
ENH1156, a 6-page fact sheet by Geoffrey C. Denny and Gail Hansen, provides an overview of functional, aesthetic, and environmental requirements to consider in selecting and placement of plants in the landscape. Published by the Department of Environmental Horticulture, February 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep416
ENH1137/EP398 ‘Captiva’ St. Augustinegrass
ENH1137, a 2-page illustrated fact sheet by L. E. Trenholm and Kevin Kenworthy, introduces this new dwarf cultivar characterized by dark green, short, narrow leaf blades and with improved tolerance to southern chinch bugs and plant hoppers, now available for use in landscapes. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, December 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep398
ENH860/EP110 Fertilization and Irrigation Needs for Florida Lawns and Landscapes
Revised! ENH860, a 6-page fact sheet by L.E. Trenholm, E.F. Gilman, G. Denny and J. Bryan Unruh, outlines environmentally friendly approaches to fertilizing and irrigating Florida lawns and landscapes. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, December 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep110
ENH03/LH013 Establishing Your Florida Lawn
Revised! ENH-03, an 8-page illustrated fact sheet by L. E. Trenholm, describes the two primary methods of establishing turfgrass — seed and vegetative propagation (sodding, sprigging, and plugging) — as well as post-planting care, fertilizing, mowing, and renovation. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, January 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/lh013
ENH1158/EP418 ‘Harbour Dwarf’ Nandina (Nandina domestica): Noninvasive in South Florida and Recommended with Caution in Central and North Florida
ENH1158, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Gary W. Knox and Sandra B. Wilson, describes this noninvasive selection of nandina, a short, dense, low-growing, evergreen shrub effective as a groundcover — ornamental characteristics, uses, culture, and history. Includes refererences. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, February 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep418
ENH1150/EP411 Sustainable Landscape Construction: Materials and Products: Metal
ENH1150, a 1-page fact sheet by Gail Hansen, describes environmental issues, design strategies and construction techniques for using metal in landscape construction. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep411
ENH1149/EP410 Sustainable Landscape Construction: Materials and Products: Plastics and Rubber
ENH1149, a 1-page fact sheet by Gail Hansen, describes the environmental concerns, design strategies and construction techniques for using plastics and rubber in landscape construction. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep410
ENH1143/EP404 Sustainable Landscape Construction: Materials and Products – Wood Preservatives
ENH1143, a 1-page fact sheet by Gail Hansen, lists several sustainable landscape construction techniques that help mitigate environmental damage and health concerns of wood preservatives. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep404
ENH1144/EP405 Sustainable Landscape Construction: Materials and Products – Paints and Stains
ENH1144, a 1-page fact sheet by Gail Hansen, lists several finishes for exterior applications, with strategies for selection and use. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/EP405