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2012 Community Water-Wise Awards

It may be hard to believe, but the heart of the spring dry season is just around the corner! By incorporating some Florida-Friendly landscaping strategies, you can not only beat the heat and drought, but also help shrink your water bill. By using these strategies, you'll also do your part to help protect the environment...more

2011 Harvest Award Winners

Urban Agriculturalist of the Year   
Tampa Heights Community Garden - Vivian Salaga & Carrol Josephs-Marshall

Agribusiness of the Year            
SweetwaterFarms - Rick Martinez                          

Outstanding Public and Community Service Award
Kitty Wallace

Lifetime Achievement Award 
Ray Clark

Farm Family of the Year
Carl & DeeDee Grooms                                 

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2011 Recycled Yard Art Contest Winners

Here are the winners for the 2011 Recycled Yard Art Contest...more

The Florida Yards and Neighborhoods (FYN) Program is designed to educate homeowners and other community members about the benefits of Florida-friendly landscaping with the help of 9 key principles.

Knowing ways to conserve water and energy in the landscape is a positive step towards helping the environment for future generations to enjoy! You not only reduce your maintenance, but minimize the amount of water, fertilizer and pesticides that need to be applied to your yard.

To request a presentation about Florida-friendly landscaping and the Florida Yards & Neighborhoods Program for your civic group, garden club, etc., contact Lynn Barber at (813) 744-5519, ext. 105. To request a presentation for your homeowner or condominium association, call Maria Carver at (813) 744-5519, ext. 142.

Learn about composting, micro-irrigation, rain barrels, or landscape design. Click here for Workshop dates.

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