Florida State University Grounds and Landscaping

Florida State University Grounds and Landscaping The Grounds and Landscaping department creates and maintains a beautiful landscape for FSU students, faculty, and visitors to enjoy.

Adding a little brightness to the east parking lot at FSU Campus Rec's Leach Recreation Center is the Variegated Mound L...
09/11/2026

Adding a little brightness to the east parking lot at FSU Campus Rec's Leach Recreation Center is the Variegated Mound Lily (Yucca × gloriosa ‘Variegata’).

This tough, low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil and can handle Florida’s heat, drought, and even salt once established. It’s also resistant to deer and rabbits, making it a practical landscape choice.

In summer and fall, tall flower stalks can rise up to 4 feet, adding another layer of interest to its bright, variegated foliage.

The Pentas in the Askew Courtyard Butterfly Garden are still blooming and thriving in the heat! Their purple, star-shape...
09/10/2026

The Pentas in the Askew Courtyard Butterfly Garden are still blooming and thriving in the heat!

Their purple, star-shaped flowers are especially well-suited to Florida’s hot, humid weather. Beyond their color, Pentas are a favorite of pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Pentas are also perennial plants, meaning they can return year after year. A freeze may cause them to die back, but they can grow again when warmer weather returns. They’re a great option for flower beds and containers alike!

Did you know? This shrub growing along the brick walkway next to the Askew Student Life Center is a Florida native calle...
09/09/2026

Did you know? This shrub growing along the brick walkway next to the Askew Student Life Center is a Florida native called American Beautyberry (Callicarpa americana).

Its small, light lavender flowers attract bees and butterflies, while the bright purple berries that begin appearing around September provide food for birds. Even while the berries are developing, you may still spot a few of its delicate flowers in bloom!

Good food, good company, and a new chapter for Grounds & Landscaping!🍲The FSU Grounds & Landscaping team recently came t...
09/08/2026

Good food, good company, and a new chapter for Grounds & Landscaping!🍲

The FSU Grounds & Landscaping team recently came together for a Grounds Jambalaya to celebrate our new Director of Grounds, Tyler Morris. It was a great chance to share a meal, spend time with the team, and officially welcome Tyler to his new role.

Welcome to Grounds & Landscaping!

The Hoffman Plaza outside of the FSU Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry's Hoffman Teaching Lab (HTL), has been upgra...
09/03/2026

The Hoffman Plaza outside of the FSU Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry's Hoffman Teaching Lab (HTL), has been upgraded with the addition of new tables and landscaping. The Lab is named in honor of Katherine Hoffman who arrived at Florida State College for Women in 1932. She went on to become the student body president, captain of the women’s baseball and volleyball teams and a member of Phi Beta Kappa. She obtained a master’s in chemistry from Columbia University in 1938. She returned to the Florida State College for Women as a Chemistry instructor in 1940. She continued teaching Chemistry after the college became FSU in 1947. Although she did not have a doctorate, Ms. Hoffman thrived in academia, gaining notice for her skills as a teacher and administrator and writing textbooks for Prentice Hall and McGraw-Hill. She was promoted to full professor in 1959 and taught at FSU until she retired in 1984. For nearly 90 years she was connected with FSU!

Located at the heart of campus, the Love Oak stands outside Strozier Library, This Live Oak tree (Quercus virginiana) tr...
09/02/2026

Located at the heart of campus, the Love Oak stands outside Strozier Library, This Live Oak tree (Quercus virginiana) tree, named for James Pasco Love, the FSU Farm and Dairy Operations manager from 1920 until 1958, is arguably the most recognizable tree on campus. The Love family cottage stood aside this large oak tree. James Love managed the farm that provided food and milk for students at the Florida State College for Women. The farm was located on what is now west campus, grew from 200 to 900 acres over time and housed beef cattle, a variety of vegetables, hogs, a dairy herd, and upwards of 2,000 chickens. Sitting at the foot of Landis Green, the “Love Oak” has witnessed all the institutional and cultural changes throughout the history of our school, embedding it into the complex heritage and culture of FSU.

Please join us in welcoming Tyler Morris as the new Director of Grounds at FSU Facilities! In his new role, Tyler will h...
09/01/2026

Please join us in welcoming Tyler Morris as the new Director of Grounds at FSU Facilities!

In his new role, Tyler will help lead the team responsible for maintaining and caring for the beautiful landscapes and outdoor spaces that make our campus unique. We’re glad to have Tyler on the team and look forward to the experience and leadership he’ll bring to FSU Facilities.

Learn more about Tyler and his path to Florida State by clicking here: https://bit.ly/4zSqb0U

Welcome to FSU, Tyler!

FSU Facilities

The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Park honors the nine historically African American/Black Fraternities and Soror...
09/01/2026

The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Park honors the nine historically African American/Black Fraternities and Sororities that fall under the National Pan-Hellenic Council (Divine 9), turning a long-held dream into reality. The NPHC Park, located between the Moore Auditorium and HCB north of Legacy Walk, features sculptures created by FSU’s Master Craftsman Studio that honor the heritage of the Divine Nine and their role in fostering a vibrant campus community.

The FSU Fallen Officer Memorial is between the College of Criminology & Criminal Justice Building and Westcott. Here the...
08/31/2026

The FSU Fallen Officer Memorial is between the College of Criminology & Criminal Justice Building and Westcott. Here there is a cast bronze sculpture with the flag at half mast in honor of fallen alumni of the College of Criminology and Criminal Justice. They leave behind a legacy that represents the hallmarks of the College: character, vision, and intellect. It takes a special person to respond to the call to become a law enforcement officer. Their sacrifices are not forgotten.

Florida State University dedicated a memorial in honor of Lieutenant Commander Michael Scott Speicher, an FSU alumnus an...
08/28/2026

Florida State University dedicated a memorial in honor of Lieutenant Commander Michael Scott Speicher, an FSU alumnus and U.S. Navy hero. Speicher, a 1980 FSU graduate, became the United States’ first casualty of the Persian Gulf War when his fighter jet was shot down on Jan. 17, 1991. The Scott Speicher memorial, located at the entrance of the tennis facility named after him in 1993, features a bronze pilot’s helmet, flight jacket, and hat like what Speicher would have worn. “There’s a legacy here that we have to continue to promote,” “Inspiring all of those who take a moment to come by here to reflect on the contributions of our servicemen and women.” “He was an embodiment of the three values that we hold most dear at Florida State: strength, skill, and character.” -Former FSU President John Thrasher

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