Viva Florida Landscape Demonstration Garden Grant Application All questions must be answered. I. Applicant and site details Project manager name (first and last)* Email address* Organization name* Organization type* Local government or public parkNature centerPublic or botanical gardenLand trust or conservation groupUniversity or extensionOther nonprofitOther If other, describe* Site name* Site address* County* Who owns the site?* Our organizationAnother entity (we lease or have written permission) Landowner name: * Landowner contact and email address and/or phone number* Upload a letter of permission for this project from the landowner. * Where in the site will the planting be located?*At/near the main entranceAlong a walking/hiking trailAt/near a visitor centerAt/near parking areaOther If other, describe* Approximately how many visitors does the site receive per year?* Approximately what percentage of annual visitors are adults?*0–25%26–50%50–75%More than 75% II. Site conditions Sun exposure at planting site* Full sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)Part sun (4–6 hours)Part shade (2–4 hours)Shade (under 2 hours of direct sunlight) Soil type* SandSandy loamLoamClayLimestone or rockyMuck or organic Soil moisture* DryOccasionally moistMoist to wetSeasonally flooded What is currently growing on the planting site? (Select all that apply.)*Turf grassBahiagrass or BermudagrassMixed “weeds”Existing native plantsExisting non-native ornamentalsBare soil or mulchOther If other, describe.* Are there established invasive exotic plants on or nearby the planting site?* YesNo If yes, list species and describe removal plan. Upload at least two current site photos.* Upload at least two current site photos.* Upload additional site photo (optional) Upload additional site photo (optional) Upload a planting plan showing the planting area’s dimensions, general layout of species, and other relevant factors (e.g., existing trees or plantings, water source, etc.). * III. Project scope Have you or your organization successfully established and maintained a Florida native planting (at this site or elsewhere, funded by FWF or not) for at least 2 consecutive years?* YesNo If yes, briefly describe the site, its size and how long it’s been maintained. * Planned planting site size* Up to 100 sq ft101–250 sq ft251–400 sq ft401–1,000 sq ftOver 1,000 sq ft I understand that the Florida Wildflower Foundation generally funds smaller, manageable first plantings, and that additional area or species can be proposed in a future grant cycle.* IV. Expert site review An expert review of your site, plan and plant selection is required. This is not a letter of support, but a brief assessment of your plan to ensure it is suitable for your site. It must be conducted by a third party such as a Florida Native Plant Society chapter member, UF/IFAS Extension agent, native nursery staff, or other related professional. I cannot be the project manager. Name of expert who reviewed your site and plant selections* Organization and/or title of expert reviewer* Upload expert reviewer’s assessment.* V. Site preparation Planned site preparation method* Solarization (generally recommended; must be conducted between June and August using clear plastic)Sheet mulchingHerbicideOther If other, describe method and explain why this method is being used. * Planned start and end date for site preparation.* Who will perform the site prep?* VI. Plants Will the planting be 100% Florida native, including surrounding areas?* Yes, 100% nativeNo, the site is near or within a non-native garden, but will be distinctly native and separated If no, describe how the planting will be distinctly identifiable as a native garden (e.g., with edging, paths, mulch buffer, signage, etc.). * List all species AND how many of each you plan to use in the garden. Scientific names are preferred.* I acknowledge that all plant material must be obtained from a Florida Association of Native Nurseries member. Seeds must be obtained from the Florida Wildflower Growers Cooperative. Other sources must be approved by the Florida Wildflower Foundation in order to meet the grant requirements.* List all sources for plants and/or seeds.* Upload a quote for plants and/or seeds, listing species, quantities and costs. Quote should show source. If multiple sources, combine quotes into a single PDF to upload. * I agree that all species must be native to Florida, appropriate for the region in which the planting will be located, and suitable for the site conditions described above.* I agree that all species must be native to Florida, appropriate for the region in which the planting will be located, and suitable for the site conditions described above.* I agree that no fertilizer or pesticides will be used.* I agree that, if mulch is needed, it will not include cypress, grass clippings, pine bark, compost or man-made material such as recycled rubber. Pine straw is preferred; if used, it must be free of Lygodium fern or other invasive remnants.* VII. Maintenance Name of person responsible for garden maintenance.* Title or role of person responsible for garden maintenance.* Email address of person responsible for garden maintenance.* Who will perform the ongoing maintenance? (Check all that apply.)*Our staffOur volunteersMaster GardenersFlorida Native Plant Society chapterStudents or youth groupPaid contractorOther If other, describe.* What water source will be used for establishment? * Hose spigot within 100 feetIrrigation systemRain barrels or hauled waterNo regular water source If no regular water source, describe how plants will be watered.* Describe your maintenance plan, including how often watering, weeding and other maintenance tasks will be performed. * I agree that the planting will be maintained for at least 12 months from installation per the plan above, and to keep a simple maintenance log to submit with grant reports.* VIII. Education and outreach Plant identification signs or posted plant list is required for this grant. What additional education elements will you include? (Check all that apply.)*Interpretive signGuided walks or talksHandouts or brochuresNewsletter or website articleVideoSocial media Other If other, describe.* Give one or two examples of planned adult-focused programmed. * I will pursue at least one media placement (article or video) about the planting.* I will obtain the Florida Wildflower Foundation’s approval before using or sharing its logo.* IX. Budget and match Total amount requested (up to $3,000)* Would a partial award (to be determined by the Florida Wildflower Foundation) be of benefit to your proposed project? * YesNo Amount of grant to be used for plants and/or seeds* Amount of grant to be used for other allowable costs (e.g., signs, mulch, tools, etc.) * List other allowable costs to be covered by grant funds. (Must not exceed 20% of grant total.) If full grant will be used for plants/seeds, enter “none.”* This grant has a match requirement of 50% of the grant amount. Describe your matching support (e.g., volunteer time, staff time, donated materials, etc.) including its value.* X. Agreements Check each box to indicate agreement with the following statements: The proposed project (including site prep) has not begun and will not begin before the award announcement. * The planting will be installed by a date agreed upon with the Florida Wildflower Foundation and maintained for at least 12 months after installation.* Grant funds are paid at 50% of award amount upon execution of the signed grant agreement and 50% upon approval of the final report.* I will submit installation and final reports, as well as two midterm check-ins, on a schedule determined in the grant agreement, and including visitor numbers, volunteer hours and programming details.* The Florida Wildflower Foundation may make at least two site visits, with complimentary admission for Foundation staff or volunteers (when applicable).* The project size, species, site preparation and maintenance plan described in this application will be attached to the grant agreement, and any changes require written approval from the Florida Wildflower Foundation.* If I fail to meet these requirements to the Florida Wildflower Foundation’s satisfaction (except for hurricane, tornado or other act of God), I forfeit the grant and will refund any funds received.* Entering your name and date below serves as a digital signature and completes this application. 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