Get Your Lawn Off Drugs
Get Your Lawn Off Drugs
Spring has finally arrived after another long winter. The grass doesn’t look that healthy yet, but you can see more green shoots every day. What can you do now, to get that nice green lawn, but ensure it’s also safe of all the kids and pets that will be playing on it this summer?
If you are just weening your lawn off pesticides and herbicides, it’s important to set your expectations. Your lawn is not going to look exactly the same…. The herbicides you have been using, likely killed off most of the broad leafed plants such as clover. Once you stop using herbicides, you will see a new variety of plant life in your lawn. Note: clover is often referred to as nature’s own fertilizer as it’s very rich in nitrogen.
Depending on how healthy your soil is, you may also face some challenges with bugs. Once you have a good base – rich healthy soil and established grasses, maintaining a “natural” lawn becomes easy.
Secret # 1 – Healthy Soil
Look after the soil, and everything else looks after itself. If you haven’t taken a soil sample in a few years, that’s the place to start.
Secret # 2 – Compost
Yes, that old black magic… compost is the best all round soil conditioner. It improves drainage, provides plant nutrients and provides beneficial micro-organisms. Apply any time of the year and often.
For more great tips on looking after your lawn and garden, naturally, check out these pages:
Controlling White Grubs Naturally
Enjoy your healthy lawn and gardens this summer.
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