Homeowner Best Management Practices for the Home Lawn

Abstract

A healthy lawn is an important component of an urban landscape. Not only do lawns increase the value of a property, but they also reduce soil erosion, filter stormwater runoff, cool the air, and reduce glare and noise. A healthy lawn effectively filters and traps sediment and pollutants that could otherwise contaminate surface waters and groundwater. This publication is intended for those who maintain their own lawns and landscapes.

Keywords

• EP236
• Florida Friendly Landscape
• Turfgrass Nutrition
• BMPs
• best management practices
• turf management