aterfront property owners realize the special contribution our bays and waterways make to their quality of life.  They also understand how fragile these natural treasures can be.  . . .

. FLORIDA FRIENDLY YARD ACTIONS Remove invasive exotic aquatic plants by cutting, pulling or raking. If using herbicides (which may require you to get a permit), remove dead plant material from the water to reduce pollution. . Decrease wave action and increase habitat by placing clean native limestone rock in front of your seawall. . Protect your native shoreline plants (i.e., mangroves in salt water; pickerelweed and duck potato in fresh water).  Never prune mangroves or remove other vegetation without first seeking proper guidelines and permits. . Establish a 10-30 foot "no fertilizer,  no pesticide" zone along your shoreline. . If possible, plant a border of low-maintenance plants between your lawn and shoreline/seawall to absorb nutrients and provide wildlife habitat. . Where feasible, plant native aquatic vegetation in front of your seawall or along your shoreline. .