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An article in seattlepi.com written by Ann Lovejoy shared a technique for treating some patchy soggy lawn areas. The idea originally came from John Caine a designer at Joy Creek Nursery In Scappoose, Ore. First, mow the lawn as short as possible. Second, spread 1'' of clean 1/4'' crushed stone over the area. Third, spread 1'' of good compost over the gravel. Fourth, Top-Seed with a grass seed blend correct for your area and then rake it in. Finally, wait six to seven weeks before mowing again. These processes can be done with an Earth & Turf topdresser.
To read the complete article go to the following web site. http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/nwgardens/308478_lovejoy24.html
Posted by John Bentley - 03.26.07 @ 11:05 AM EST
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| The Ecological Landscape Show went well this year. The show held in Springfield MA. had a variety of excellent speakers that taught everone the benefits of using an ecologically responsible approach to growing everything from fruit to turfgrass. We recieved good response with our 200 Multispread Topdresser. People are interested in using an organic approach to lawn care and we believe the number will continue to grow.
Posted by John Bentley - 03.14.07 @ 01:12 PM EST
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| A recent article in the Statesman.com ( 3-17-07 ) by Julie Bonnin, talks about the City of Austin, Texas raising the awareness on the downside of 'Weed-and-Feed' products and how they can pollute surface and ground water. The city's campaign is funded by the EPA. Apparently the chemical from these products have been found in 70% of the city's groundwater. The alternative is creating a healthy dense lawn that chokes out the weeds. Topdressing with compost and an occasional spraying along with using products like corn gluten which is a natural pre-emergent herbicide can help create a healthy lawn. In the future water will be a valuable resource so we must use good turf management practices now so the next generation does not have to worry about where to get a drink of good water. Check out the article for yourself for more information. The title is " 'Weed-and-Feed' products aren't so green".
Posted by John Bentley - 03.06.07 @ 12:35 PM EST
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