Native Sage does well in drought.
I remember feeling surprised that Florida has a drought season when I first moved here in the early 70s. It didn't take long to notice the annual dry landscapes and low pond levels. Deep green lush turf takes a lot of nutrients, herbicides, and water.
How to help? When planting, consider plants native to our area. Learn about changing weather patterns. Spring is a time of drought in Florida. Find out what the watering restrictions are for your community. Learn about best practices for water conservation.
Here is a link to year-round watering restrictions for Manatee County. Briefly,
- Irrigation of existing lawns and landscaping is limited to once a day, two times per week.
- Irrigation is only allowed before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m. on approved days.
Restrictions apply to all potable (drinking) water and all irrigation waters that come from wells, surface water sources including retention ponds, rivers, lakes, etc. Violations of this directive carry fines up to $10,000 as provided for under Florida Statute 373.129(5).
Great Egret taking a bath in the pond. More photos of its bath here.
