A Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats Analysis of the Marion County Florida-Friendly Landscaping~(TM) Program

摘要

AMarion County is located in the heart of the state between Alachua and Sumter counties. Although the soil, climate and topography provide excellent forage for the thoroughbred industry, it poses unique challenges for landscapes. Landscaping in MarionCounty proves to be exceedingly difficult for many retirees from other states who are unfamiliar with the local growing conditions and sensitive water resources. Marion County is Florida’s 17th most populous county and growing. There were an estimated345,000 people living in the county in 2016 with a projected increase to 392,000 in 2025. With the increase in population, there is an increased demand for landscaping education that promotes good cultural landscaping practices, particularly to conservewater and protect water quality.