{"id":78767,"date":"2025-09-08T10:54:11","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T14:54:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.winterhavendaily.com\/?p=78767"},"modified":"2025-09-08T10:54:11","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T14:54:11","slug":"native-plants-for-your-central-florida-yard-a-free-educational-workshop-october-17","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.winterhavendaily.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/08\/native-plants-for-your-central-florida-yard-a-free-educational-workshop-october-17\/","title":{"rendered":"Native Plants for Your Central Florida Yard- A Free Educational Workshop October 17"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Native Plants for Your Central Florida Yard<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join UF\/IFAS Extension Polk County and the City of Lakeland Water Utilities for a free educational workshop on incorporating native plants into your Central Florida landscape. This informative event will take place on Friday, October 17, from 10 \u2013 11 a.m. at Lakeland Electric, located at 501 East Lemon Street, Lakeland, FL 33801.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn how native plants can enhance your Florida-Friendly yard by conserving water, supporting local wildlife, and adding natural beauty. Discover the benefits of choosing plants adapted to Florida\u2019s unique climate and environment, making your garden more sustainable and easier to maintain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This workshop is ideal for homeowners, gardeners, and anyone interested in creating a more eco-friendly yard. Space is limited, and events may be canceled if minimum registration is not met\u2014check Eventbrite for updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Need accommodations? Contact Julie Schelb at 863-519-1041 or j.schelb@ufl.edu<\/a> at least 10 days in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information or to explore additional programs, visit https:\/\/sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu\/polk\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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