OUR WORK IN NUMBERS
We take to heart the work we do at Rosebud. We might seem like a small organization, and our efforts might seem small in the large scale, BUT IT IS STILL VERY IMPORTANT!
So, that is why we decided to measure it…
Overview
We have categorized the impact of our work under three main areas:
Community impact includes two of our main activities: offering sustainability education tours/field trips and volunteer opportunities for individuals and companies.
Recycling encompasses our efforts with plastic, glass, cardboard, metal, and organic material.
Conservation & agriculture refers to our efforts in reestablishing the native ecosystem in our site, including removing invasive plants and placing natives instead. It also refers to our efforts to grow food locally and with a sustainable approach.
Conservation &Agriculture
Community Impact
Recycling
Conservation and Agriculture
As part of our Native Trail re-establishment project, we have been planting native species after the removal of invasives, with the hope to bring back the native ecosystem. Among these, we have planted: Live Oaks, Bald Cypresses, Sweet Bay Magnolias, Walter Viburnums, Marlberry bushes, and many more!
Native plants introduced
Groundcovers
Aprox. 18 groundcovers
Trees
Aprox. 11 trees
Bushes/Shrubs
Aprox. 20 shrubs
Invasive removal
Florida is known for its beautiful weather and climate. The sunshine and warm air make for ideal growing environments year-round. Unfortunately, with this beautiful weather, we also have a list of invasive plants that take root throughout the state; and we are so exception. As we focus on our conservation efforts, we are also removing invasive species on the property - an ongoing project, but one well worth the result!
This year, we have removed approximately 1,200 invasive trees and over 50 cubic yards of invasive grass. Below are some of the most common invasive plants we have on site and how many we’ve removed.
Cogongrass
Aprox. 50 sq. ft.
Brazilian Peppertree
Aprox. 62 trees
Aprox. 200 trees
Aprox. 120 trees
Peruvian Primrose Willow
Rattlebox tree
Camphor tree
Chinese Tallow
Aprox. 205 trees
Aprox. 500 trees
Caesar’s Weed
Aprox. 300 trees
Recycling
Thanks to diverse donations, we have specific machinery that helps us engage in recycling projects. Take a minute to read more about our recycling projects here. Here are the numbers of the recycling impact of those efforts:
Glass
Aprox. 2180 glass items
Plastic
Aprox. 800 plastic items
Food Waste
Aprox. 785 lbs
Community Impact
We are proudly a community organization, for them and from them. Most the metrics described above have been accomplished thanks to the effort of our volunteers. WE ARE IMMENSELY GRATEFUL FOR THEM!
We have strong partnerships with local organizations like LYF inc. and Keep Pasco Beautiful. (Read more about the work with them on the links)
We have also provided volunteer opportunities for companies such as Santander USA and local businesses like the Sage Salon.
This first half of 2025, we have worked with
164 volunteers
Through our sustainability field trip program, we seek to educate and share about sustainability initiatives and practices.
In 2025, we have been visited by
190 students
