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FLORIDA 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. Credit:  2 inches .
	Decrease wave action and increase habitat by placing clean native limestone rock in front of your seawall. Credit:  3 inches .
	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. Credit:  2 inches .
	Establish a 10-30 foot "no fertilizer,  no pesticide" zone along your shoreline. Credit:  2 inches .
	If possible, plant a border of low-maintenance plants between your lawn and shoreline/seawall to absorb nutrients and provide wildlife habitat. Credit:  2 inches .
	Where feasible, plant native aquatic vegetation in front of your seawall or along your shoreline. Credit:  4 inches

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Total Inches for All Florida Yard Actions: ______
(Note: If your total is more than 36 inches, your yard is a 'Florida Yard'!)
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