38. H E A LT H A N D T H E
E N V I RO N M E N T
By maintaining a Florida-Friendly landscape, you can reduce your
water consumption and preserve the environment. Excessive watering
can lead to drought in Florida. Native species require less fertilizer
and less watering. Excessive fertilizer can enter the water supply
through runoff. Pets drinking from puddles, children playing in
sprinklers, and any human that comes in contact with this water risks
serious health problems.