# Event Details - **Event Name**: Gardening on Mars: a Florida-Friendly Survival Guide @ Rotary Park - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Learn how applying the nine principles of Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM help you succeed in gardening and landscaping your Florida home.About this EventGardening in Southwest Florida can feel as foreign as Gardening on Mars even years after you have settled into your Florida home.Researchers at the University of Florida have compiled years of study into the nine principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping™. The program is designed to help residents and communities find success in planting and maintaining a sustainable and attractive Florida landscape.This program is rooted in science and its research-based principles help homeowners and communities conserve water while reducing fertilizer and pesticide use, protecting Florida’s natural resources. When these principles are applied creatively, they become an art form, resulting in beautiful, sustainable yards that attract wildlife and complement Florida’s unique environment.Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, a new homeowner, or simply curious about sustainable landscaping, you’ll leave with actionable tips and a first look at how to design and maintain a landscape that’s both attractive and environmentally responsible.This seminar is presented by UF/IFAS Extension and its Master Gardener Volunteers. It is dedicated to Florida's natural beauty. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cape-coral/gardening-on-mars-a-florida-friendly-survival-guide-rotary-park/100001996121332640 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art, science-fair - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - door_time: 2026-09-19T13:45:00Z - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Rotary Park - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Cape Coral - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: Rotary Park - **lat**: 26.5480874 - **long**: -81.98115480000001 - **full address**: Rotary Park, 5505 Rose Garden Road, Cape Coral, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Gardening on Mars: a Florida-Friendly Survival Guide @ Rotary Park - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/6398106c550be53c4033dca61f9fd7b0aca9346dd24a301b34515c12f49b7295-rimg-w1200-h760-dc786868-gmir.jpg?v=1786089314 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Gardening on Mars: a Florida-Friendly Survival Guide @ Rotary Park being held? - **A:** Gardening on Mars: a Florida-Friendly Survival Guide @ Rotary Park takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Rotary Park, 5505 Rose Garden Road, Cape Coral, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Gardening on Mars: a Florida-Friendly Survival Guide @ Rotary Park? - **A:** Gardening on Mars: a Florida-Friendly Survival Guide @ Rotary Park is organized by Lee County Extension. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Lee County Extension's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Lee County Extension a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Lee County Extension has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Gardening on Mars: a Florida-Friendly Survival Guide @ Rotary Park is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cape Coral, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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