Homeowner Horticulture Resources
Links courtesy of UF/IFAS unless otherwise noted
Diagnostic Tests and Forms
UF Extension Plant Diagnostic Form
UF Rapid Turfgrass Diagnostic Submittal Form and Instructions
UF Soil Sample Submittal Form and Instructions
Fertilizing and Irrigation
Summary of IFAS Turf and Landscape Irrigation Recommendations
Fruit Tree and Citrus
Citrus Culture in the Home Landscape
Tropical and Subtropical Fruit Crops for the Home Landscape: Alternatives to Citrus
Florida-Friendly Landscaping
The Florida-Friendly Landscaping Guide to Plant Selection & Landscape Design
Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Pattern Book: Sample plant lists and designs for South Florida
Florida Friendly Landscaping Handbook
Florida Friendly Landscape Recognition Checklist -
Questions and Answers: 2009 Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Legislation
Palms
Fertilization of Field-grown and Landscape Palms in Florida
Nutrient Deficiencies of Landscape and Field-grown Palms in Florida
Planting
Florida-Friendly mulches and their Uses
Specifications for Planting Trees and Shrubs in the Southeastern U.S.
Hiring Professionals
Guidance for Evaluating Horticultural Professionals’ Licenses and Credentials - How to hire a professional / what to look for - Palm Beach County Fact Sheet
International Society of Arboriculture's Trees are Good - resource for locating certified arborists - Outside link
Guidance for Evaluating Residential Pest Management Proposals - Palm Beach County Fact Sheet
Vegetable Gardening
Compost Tips for the Home Gardeners
Construction of Home Compost Units
Florida Vegetable Gardening Guide
Growing Vegetables in South Florida - Supplement to the Florida Vegetable Gardening Guide
Natural Products for Insect Pest Management
Producing Garden Vegetable with Organic Soil Amendments
Tomatoes in the Florida Garden
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