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January 12th
By Mutt Mulligan Feeling down? Getting dirty could help!
If you’re feeling a little down lately, you’re not alone. “Blue Monday” is the term used to describe the third Monday in January, which is said to be the most depressing day of the year. It’s supposedly a perfect storm of gloomy winter weather, holiday debt, a return to work after a break from the […]
January 7th
By Mutt Mulligan The living landscapes of the White House’s South Lawn
TurfMutt talks a lot about lawns and their importance in maintaining a healthy environment and lifestyle. But there’s one lawn that stands out above the rest that TurfMutt thinks is worth barking about. It’s the South Lawn of the White House, which is considered the backyard of the presidential mansion on Pennsylvania Avenue. The South […]
January 5th
By Mutt Mulligan Living landscapes: lessons learned from China
Have you ever thought of what your community or life would be like if it were void of living landscapes (trees, shrubs, plants, etc.)? The people of China are living the reality of that scary “what if” scenario. During the 1960s, the Chinese government removed turfgrass and ornamental trees in an effort to rid the […]
December 15th
By Mutt Mulligan How to have a lawn, even in a drought
Did you know that even in a drought you can have a lawn? You just need to have the right lawn and know how to care for it properly. That starts with selecting the right turfgrass. Hundreds of varieties exist, and some of them – like buffalo and Bermuda grasses – require very little water […]
October 3rd
By Mutt Mulligan Fall tip: use leaves to mulch your yard organically
Fall leaf clean-up may seem like a hassle, but it’s actually an opportunity to deliver free organic matter to your lawn and garden. Simply make a few passes with your lawnmower to reduce a big volume of leaves into a manageable mound of organic matter. Leaf mulch is high in nutrients and can give your […]
September 25th
By Mutt Mulligan Fall lawn tips
It’s the first week of autumn, and that means it’s time to show your lawn some fall love. Here are some lawn care tips to keep in mind as the seasons shift. Adjust the height of your mower. You probably raised the mower height in the summer to protect the grass from sun/heat damage. Now […]
September 18th
By Mutt Mulligan Less structured activities = better goal setting in kids, study says
Parents naturally want their children to be good at setting and attaining their goals. According to a new study, conducted by University of Colorado researchers, less-structured activities – such as playing outdoors – can help your kids be better at this than structured activities, like piano lessons. The study specifically examined the “executive functioning” of […]
September 11th
By Mutt Mulligan Want your daughter to be successful? Send her outside!
According to a recent study, girls with monthly exposure to the outdoors are better environmental stewards, better problem-solvers and seek out more challenges than their counterparts. The Girl Scout Research Institute conducted the study. TurfMutt thinks getting outdoors is good for all kids, and the great news is it doesn’t have to cost a thing […]
September 4th
By Mutt Mulligan On National Wildlife Day turn your yard into a wildlife retreat
September 4th is National Wildlife Day, which serves to bring awareness to endangered animals across the globe. Did you know that no matter the size of your property you can create a space that attracts, feeds and shelters the local wildlife in your own backyard? Not only is this good for the animals and insects, […]
August 26th
By Mutt Mulligan Happy National Dog Day from TurfMutt
August 26th is National Dog Day, and TurfMutt wants to wish all of his four-legged friends out there a very happy day! One of TurfMutt’s favorite things to do is to get outdoors with his humans. Here are three tips for honoring your dog on National Dog Day by getting the whole family outside. Take […]
