Leaf litter is its own mini-ecosystem. When we remove it, we also remove a host of beneficial insects and disrupt critical habitats for many small creatures. Equally important, rotting leaves release nutrients back into the soil. It’s why trees are often considered keystone species, supporting the interlocking biodiversity of their environments. Source: Here’s why you […]
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Here’s why you shouldn’t rake the leaves on your lawn – The Boston Globe
February 3rd, 2020 | Lawn CareThe Easiest Way to Rake Leaves | Real Simple
November 12th, 2019 | Lawn CareAh, fall leaves. Gorgeous as they may be to look at, the chore of removing them from your lawn might be one you don’t look forward to. Luckily, there are some expert tips to guide you. Source: The Easiest Way to Rake Leaves | Real Simple
Fall Landscaping Ideas for 2019: Get Your Coziest Yard Yet | Real Simple
October 21st, 2019 | Lawn CareLawncare and landscaping ideas may be top of mind in spring and summer, but by the time fall arrives, you’re likely done thinking about outdoor furniture and fresh plantings. Think again: In most areas, fall (especially early fall) still has excellent weather and is a good time to soak up the outdoors, especially before winter […]
4 Lawn Mower Safety Tips You May Be Overlooking | MNN – Mother Nature Network
August 22nd, 2019 | Lawn CareFor homeowners and renters alike, mowing the lawn is a normal part of life. Though lawn mower safety is something that may be taken for granted, it is still of the utmost importance. Here are four quick tips to keep you safe, whether you’re mowing your lawn or performing repairs on your machine. Source: 4 […]
To protect pollinators, go easy on the fall garden cleanup
November 3rd, 2018 | Lawn CareTime to rake up the yard, deadhead the perennials and till the vegetable garden? Not so fast. Popular opinion is swinging toward letting things stay just as they are through winter — decayed and drab but serviceable. Source: To protect pollinators, go easy on the fall garden cleanup
A very important reason not to rake the leaves on your lawn | TreeHugger
October 24th, 2018 | Lawn CareWhy you should give up the rake and learn to love your leaf litter. Source: A very important reason not to rake the leaves on your lawn | TreeHugger
How to Weed Your Garden | Better Homes & Gardens
July 25th, 2018 | Lawn CareDon’t let weeds become the enemy of your garden. Source: How to Weed Your Garden | Better Homes & Gardens
Want to help bees? Take a break from lawn mowing | US Forest Service
July 11th, 2018 | Lawn CareA study published this past March found that cutting the grass every two weeks resulted in significantly higher bee abundance. Source: Want to help bees? Take a break from lawn mowing | US Forest Service
4 Things You Should Know About Lawn Care • Arbor Day Blog
April 18th, 2018 | Lawn CareAll beautiful gardens and green spaces have one important thing in common: green, luscious grass growing abundantly on the entire surface. This is why lawn care is such an important part of gardening. But is it really as easy as it seems? Things to Know When looking after your garden, the lawn is a central […]