Got a Great Yard?

The City of Pembroke Pines is proud to present the Natalie Belmonte Great Yards Award, established to honor the memory of Natalie Belmonte—a cherished resident, businesswoman, and nature enthusiast. Since its inception, this award has celebrated residents who demonstrate outstanding care and creativity in maintaining beautiful, Florida-friendly front yards. 

Through this program, we aim to inspire the community to embrace sustainable landscaping practices that enhance both the environment and the overall beauty of our neighborhoods.

  1. Eligibility Requirements
  2. Award Schedule by District
  3. Nominate a Yard

To qualify for the Natalie Belmonte Great Yards Award, nominations must meet the following criteria. These guidelines ensure that the award recognizes residential properties that demonstrate outstanding commitment to Florida-friendly landscaping and community beautification within the City of Pembroke Pines.

  • The nominated home must be located within the City of Pembroke Pines city limits.

  • Only residential properties are eligible for nomination.

  • Nominations can be submitted by any individual, whether they live inside or outside the City.

  • Property owners must consent to the nomination of their home.

  • Properties with any open City Code violations are not eligible for consideration.

  • Each property may only receive the award once every two consecutive calendar years.

  • Nominated yards must display Florida-friendly landscaping practices, emphasizing sustainability and environmental stewardship.

Past Winners

Explore a gallery of past winners’ yards, showcasing the creativity, care, and commitment to Florida-friendly landscaping by residents throughout Pembroke Pines. These beautiful yards serve as inspiration for all residents to enhance their own outdoor spaces.

  1. 1 House surrounded by lush greenery and colorful flowers.
  2. 2 Single-story house with lush landscaping, palm trees and manicured shrubs.
  3. 3 A house surrounded by a lush green lawn, large tree, and various flowers.
  4. 4 A house with a well-maintained garden, palm trees, lush plants,
  5. 5 House with neatly-manicured yard, lush with greenery and flowers.
  6. 6 House with a lush green yard, vibrant tropical plants and palm trees.
  7. 7 A house surrounded by tall palm trees and lush greenery.
  8. 8 House with manicured garden, consisting of lush green grass, a palm tree, and various flowers.
  9. 9 Mediterranean-style house with arched windows and a red-tiled roof. Lush garden with palm trees.
  10. 10 Front view of a pastel green house with a lush garden.
  11. 11 House with lush landscaping, including palm trees and colorful shrubs.
  12. 12 Two-story house with a manicured lawn and palm trees.
  13. 13 White house with manicured lawn, lush greenery, and tall cypress trees.
  14. 14 Single-story house with a white facade, surrounded by tall palm trees and lush greenery.