In Jo's Yard - 29 Resources

I thought I would put all the resources I’ve referenced or used in one place for you.  

Amanda Martin, Grounded Solutions – Landscape consultation & design company

http://groundedsol.com/

Green Isle Gardens – Nursery focusing on Florida Native plants & wildflowers

http://www.greenislegardens.com/

Florida Native Plant Society – promotes the preservation, conservation & restoration of native plants & naïve plant communities in Florida

https://www.fnps.org/

Florida Native Plant Society The Villages' Chapter - Mission - The Villages become renowned for its extensive use of native plants and award winning native plant landscapes      http://thevillages.fnpschapters.org/

Creative Garden Structures – helps you create sustainable landscapes and backyard habitats; maintenance of native yards; beautiful custom made garden seating / trellis / shed and more

https://www.creativegardenstructures.com/

University of Florida / IFAS Extension – Find information on Native plants, grasses, trees, shrubs.  How to grow and maintain.

https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/lawn-and-garden/native-plants/

The Villages’ Architectural Review Committee (if you live in The Villages, FL) – maintain the high quality and consistency of the aesthetics and design of the residences and home sites found throughout The Villages.

https://www.districtgov.org/committees/arc.aspx

Identify weeds by state: I am determined to avoid pesticides.  Preen is a manufacturer of lawn care products, but on their site, you can search by state & they have clear photos of the culprits! https://www.preen.com/weeds/fl 

   

Identify birds and birdsongs:  The Cornell Lab or Ornithology

https://www.allaboutbirds.org/

Identify Florida butterflies: http://wildlife.floridanatureguide.com/butterflies/florida-butterflies/