Landscape Design

Landscaping on or near Septic Drain Fields

Whitney C. Elmore, William Lester, James Moll, Andrea Albertin, and Mary Lusk

The purpose of this publication is to provide landscape management guidance for septic system drain fields. Information presented here will be useful for homeowners, landscape management professionals, and Extension agents who work in horticulture, natural resources, agriculture, and family services.

Landscape Design: Ten Important Things to Consider

Gail Hansen

Landscape Design with Edibles

Gail Hansen

Although design basics for edible ornamental landscapes are essentially the same as strictly ornamental landscapes, a few details ensure the success of the edible landscape. Gardens with plants that change considerably with the seasons rely more on an organized yet interesting layout, appealing support structures, functional pathways, and colorful containers and planters to provide interest and beauty when the plants are not taking center stage. There are twelve important ideas to consider when creating a successful edible ornamental garden.

Landscape Design: Arranging Plants in the Landscape

Gail Hansen

Landscape Design: Putting Your Yard on Paper—Site Measurements and Base Maps

Gail Hansen and Erin Alvarez

Landscape Design: Aesthetic Characteristics of Plants

Gail Hansen and Erin Alvarez

Landscape Design: Finding Inspiration for a Design Theme

Gail Hansen and Erin Alvarez

This article suggests types of design themes, sources of inspiration, and how to incorporate a theme into a landscape design. Includes references.

Landscape Design: Drawing a Planting Plan

Gail Hansen

Basic Principles of Landscape Design

Gail Hansen

Color in the Landscape: Finding Inspiration for a Color Theme

Gail Hansen and Erin Alvarez

Concepts for Sustainable Landscape Mosaics

Tina L. McIntyre, Rachel Gutner, and Sandra Wilson

This new 9-page publication of the UF/IFAS Environmental Horticulture Department is for Florida homeowners, residential and commercial property managers, and landscape architects interested in creating aesthetically pleasing landscapes and to help individuals choose the right plant for the right place. Written by Tina McIntyre, Rachel Gutner, and Sandra Wilson.

Edible Landscaping

Sydney Park Brown

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Adopting a Florida-Friendly Landscape: Steps for Converting a Typical Development Landscape to a Florida-Friendly Landscape

Gail Hansen, Jennifer Ramos, E. A. Felter, Celeste White

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Plant Systems

Landscaping in Florida Shade

Sydney Park Brown

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.