Loving our Landscape: Why our Landscaping Matters

A single tree in your yard can remove up to 26 pounds of CO2 from the air. This is the equivalent of removing emissions from a vehicle that travels 11,000 miles per year. In this episode, we explore the value of residential landscapes and the numerous benefits they provide. Hear from two guests in this episode as they share their expertise and knowledge related to planting the right plant in the right place, tips for irrigation, and the importance of our home landscaping.

This episode features speakers, Wendy Wilbur, statewide Master Gardener Volunteer Program Coordinator, and Michael Dukes, Director of the UF/IFAS Center for Land Use Efficiency.

Resources:
The UF/IFAS Center for Land Use Efficiency
The Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program
UF/IFAS Gardening Solutions Program
Florida Friendly Landscaping Program
Center for Rural Enterprise Engagement Fact Sheets
UF/IFAS PIE Center Turfgrass Issue Guide

Transcripts available here: https://piecenter.com/media/podcast/#transcript

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