Politics & Government
Pinellas County Fertilizer Ban In Effect
Residents are prohibited from fertilizing their lawns from June 1 through Sept. 30.
DUNEDIN, FL — The Pinellas County Fertilizer Ban is in effect from June 1 through Sept. 30, strictly prohibiting the sale or use of most lawn and landscape fertilizers as they contain nitrogen and phosphorous.
More than 70 percent of Pinellas County waters contain excess amounts of these nutrients every year, causing harmful algae blooms that can even lead to fish kills. Excess nitrogen can lead to decreased water quality and can affect the health of the plants and animals that live in our local waterways.
To ensure the health and quality of our waters, follow these tips during the ban:
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- Do not fertilize your lawn from June 1 through Sept. 30.
- Immediately clean up fertilizer spills on your driveway, sidewalk or street.
- Never allow fertilizer, grass clippings, oil or pet waste to be washed into your storm drains.
- Use Florida-friendly yard products that contain iron and other micronutrients to ensure you have a healthy lawn and community.
This press release was produced by the City of Dunedin. The views expressed here are the author’s own.