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Exotics vs Native Plants in a Florida LandscapeUF/IFAS

Exotics vs Native Plants in a Florida Landscape

In Florida and elsewhere, cities are a mixture of exotic and native species. These novel or “recombinant ecosystems” represent unique plant and animal communities that have been purposely or accidentally created by humans. The question posed for this blog is whether “native purity” is a viable option for urban green infrastructure. I would suggest that returning urban habitats to a semblance of past, native assemblages of species is Read More

A wooden rail overlooking a green preserve.Forests

Experiencing St. Lucie County’s Guided Nature Program

Did you know that St. Lucie County has its own award-winning Guided Nature Program? Within this program are a number of guided land and water-based activities that are led by various community members, including life-long nature enthusiasts and Certified Advanced Master Naturalists. Through these programs, I got to explore Steven J. Fousek Preserve where we learned about Read More