March 18th

By Mutt Mulligan

Eco Tips for Lawn and Landscape Care – Part 3

Prune Regularly. A single grass plant can have 300 miles of roots. Roots grow strong with appropriate watering and proper pruning. Mowing your lawn regularly, similar to pruning perennial plants and flower gardens, keeps grass healthier, thicker, and in a “growing state,” ensuring carbon is captured and oxygen is emitted at their highest levels.

Need some pruning tips for plants?  Go to http://www.hgtv.com/landscaping/spring-pruning/index.html

Need to know how to cut grass the correct way?  Go to http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/mowing-your-lawn-the-right-way.html – This site has some specifics on mowing heights for many specific types of lawn grasses.