Keep the mulch pulled back from plant stems and crowns to avoid rot problems. Avoid overwatering of turfgrass and plants by watering when they show signs of wilt. This applies especially to reclaimed water users. Overwatering of plants and grasses leads to shallow, weak root systems and increased growth that could become susceptible to disease and insect infestation and require more fertilizer. Consider installing a drip or micro-irrigation system in plant beds.
Overhead irrigation can lead to water loss because of a greater rate of evaporation and wind drift.
Many properly placed Florida native and non-native plants, once established, require much less water, fertilizer, pesticides, and general maintenance. One thing to keep in mind is that these, and other plants, survived the drought, but plant growth was minimal.