It’s really not hard at all to grow and maintain an organic lawn. Over the past few decades, it’s become so normal to use a lot of man-made fertilizers, insecticides and herbicides that everyone seems to have forgotten that you don’t need all these chemicals to achieve a beautiful, green lawn.
As long as you keep the grass healthy it will stand up to weeds and insects. It’s only the most persistent of weeds that can infiltrate a luxuriant, sturdy lawn with deep roots. Read the full article
The term “thatch” refers to a buildup of dead and living grass stems, roots and shoots that sits directly on top of the soil, right below the grass.
In warm, humid conditions thatch will decompose quickly and serve as a useful source of nourishment for the soil. However, if it’s not breaking down as quickly as it’s forming, the thatch will accumulate and start to cause problems. Read the full article
You might be wondering why you would need to learn how to water the lawn. Surely it’s just a matter of turning on the hosepipe, walking around and getting the grass a bit wet, or just leaving the sprinklers running for a while.
No, there’s actually a bit more to it than that, especially in these times of water shortages. Now that communities around the world are facing water use restrictions, it’s more important than ever to observe good conservation and lawn management practices. Read the full article
A beautiful, healthy lawn is a joy to behold, but can be difficult and expensive to achieve.
To keep your lawn looking green and fresh, and your costs down, we’ve put together a list of ten common mistakes to steer clear of: Read the full article
Even if you don’t have a lot of money to spare, you can still give your home a tasteful new look.
There’s no need to resort to using packing cases as end tables – it’s just a matter of knowing a few tricks and cutting out unnecessary expenses.
One popular way to start your budget home makeover project is to scour your favorite magazines for ideas and keep a collection of interesting photos and tips. Figure out what you like and don’t like, in terms of color, style, comfort and accessories. Then you just need to add elements of your own personality to the mix. Read the full article
