Photo found on Flickr, courtesy of dno1967. St. Augustine grass produces a dense, blue-green turf that grows well in warm and humid climates. It’s adaptable to a variety of soils and tolerates salt and high temperatures. Some varieties can even grow in shade. It’s easy to … [Read more...]
Lawn Alternatives with Edible Landscaping, Rain Gardens, and Herb Gardens
Have you ever wondered why we fertilize our yards and spray our grass with harmful chemicals that will make it grow faster and fuller and then gripe about the fact that we have to mow it again? Edible Landscaping If you find yourself wondering why you’re out there mowing again … [Read more...]
How to Feed Your Lawn Without Chemicals
You can grow a healthy lawn without using synthetic chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Chemical-free fertilizers stimulate the healthy growth of roots and blades while they improve the drainage, aeration, and water-holding capacity of the soil. A healthy lawn starts with … [Read more...]
Choosing the Right Reel Mower for your Yard
When it comes to cutting your lawn the most environmentally friendly choice out there is a reel mower. Light weight and fueled by your own two feet and a heartbeat, a properly chosen reel mower will do as good as or a better job than any power lawn mower. There are a few … [Read more...]
Weeds 101: Effective Ways to Prevent Weeds
Those pesky weeds. As sure as the days will get longer and the weather will get warmer, the presence of weeds will return, posing a challenge for homeowners to maintain the perfect lawn. So how do you eliminate weeds without the backbreaking effort of pulling them or with … [Read more...]