June 9th

By Mutt Mulligan

A green lawn can be eco-friendly

A good article came out –  just in time for summer – that outlines some of the key steps to having a lawn that is healthy and enjoyable, but doesn’t require over-use of water or fertilization.   Ideas to consider:  top dress lawn with compost, mow high, leave clippings on lawn, consider native grasses, water deeply, and let the grass go dormant. 

More details here: http://www.calgaryherald.com/life/tricks+terrific+turf/3110835/story.html