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June 19th
By Mutt Mulligan Deadheading 101
Deadheading is a necessary summer chore that means removing flowers that are fading or have finished blooming. With many plants you can encourage another round of bloom, or simply make the plant look good and compact, by removing the dead parts. But exactly how to deadhead can sometimes confound folks. Here are three dead-on deadheading […]
June 17th
By Mutt Mulligan Got vacation plans? Don’t forget your plants!
You’ve booked the hotel and made all the necessary travel arrangements for your summer vacation. But before you leave town, don’t forget to make provisions for your plants and landscaping. After all, you spent all that time sprucing up your yard – you want to make sure it’s still lovely when you return from your […]
June 12th
By Mutt Mulligan TurfMutt’s family activities help kids learn during summer break
Summertime can be a nice break from the regular routine for kids. But all children experience learning loss when they don’t engage in educational activities during the summer. In fact, numerous studies show that kids typically score lower on standardized tests at the end of summer vacation then they do at the beginning of the […]
June 10th
By Mutt Mulligan Benefits of Trees & Grass
Trees and grass aren’t just fun to play under and run in, they also provide a multitude of services. Grass helps prevent soil erosion, stabilize dust and help cool the environment. Trees provide shade, habitat and protection from wind and rain. They also help regulate the gases in our atmosphere. Here’s an idea as summer […]
June 5th
By Mutt Mulligan Tips for positioning plants to conserve water
Where you position your plants in your yard can have a big impact on your wallet – and the environment. Here are a few tips to help you plant proactively for water conservation. Get to know your space so you can select the right plants for the different zones in your yard. Take a look […]
June 3rd
By Mutt Mulligan How to pretect your lawn against summer heat
For some areas of the country hot, dry days are already here, and for others it’s just a matter of time. So how do you help your lawn cope with summer heat and drought? Mow high. Keeping your grass longer (about 3″ high) lets the roots get longer, too. This enables them to get to […]
May 29th
By Mutt Mulligan Top Lawn Care Pitfalls To Avoid This Summer
As we gear up for summer lawn care season, here is a look at some of the most common lawn care mistakes, and how to avoid them. 1. Choosing the wrong grass. As with any plant you choose, you need to make sure you select the right variety for the amount of shade/sun the […]
May 27th
By Mutt Mulligan Meet TurfMutt’s new Partner, OAK
TurfMutt is now a member of The Outdoors Alliance for Kids, or OAK. OAK is a national strategic partnership of organizations from diverse sectors with a common interest in expanding the number and quality of opportunities for children, youth and families to connect with the outdoors. The pillars of OAK include outdoor education, community health […]
May 22nd
By Mutt Mulligan Mulching 101
Many folks will spend at least part of the long Memorial Day weekend sprucing up their yards. Mulching around trees and plants is not only a good way to keep your yard looking neat and tidy, it also: Reduces runoff Keeps the soil and roots moist Helps keep weeds away Creates a protective barrier to […]
May 20th
By Mutt Mulligan Why do plants need water?
Sometimes we forget to water our plants and they wilt. But you may have noticed that you can typically water a wilted plant, and it will perk back up pretty quickly. So why do plants need water, anyway? Water helps plants germinate by softening the seeds, allowing the plant to break through. Water is also […]
