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June 14th
By Mutt Mulligan North Carolina School Wins Grand Prize in TurfMutt Landscapes Across America Contest
We’re happy to report our grand prize and second place winners for the TurfMutt Contest. As you recall, the national contest challenged third to fifth grade classrooms with showcasing their school’s unique local landscape and the environmental aspects of their region that need to be protected. Ms. Deborah Icard’s fourth grade class at Cloverleaf Elementary School […]
June 13th
By Mutt Mulligan Water Wise Tips to “Weather” the Heat
We found this fact sheet from a Florida extension agent – in a State that knows a thing or two about heat and landscapes. Under the heading: Dormant Lawns Demand Little, the tips review how we can make some practical decisions to save water especially during times of heat and drought. The top tips are: Adjust the watering frequency […]
June 6th
By Mutt Mulligan Hot Weather Tips for Pets
Now is the time to review some important tips on keeping pets safe during the hot weather. We look to the ASPCA for a checklist. Please review and share with your friends and family. Any tips of your own? The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) tips to keep pets safe in […]
May 31st
By Mutt Mulligan Mobile Gardening Anyone?
We often talk about planting the right plant in the right spot as the key to successful landscaping and gardening. Well, we found an app for you. Actually, we heard about it through the Sierra Club’s “The Green Life” and perhaps you’ll find this useful. iGrowIt tells you, based on your location and the season, what to […]
May 26th
By Mutt Mulligan Healthy Soil, a Key Ingredient
Healthy soils can mean the difference between disaster and success for your greenscape. Healthy soils, acc. to the Sustainable Sites Initiative, allow rainwater to penetrate, preventing excess runoff, sedimentation, erosion, and flooding. Soils also help clean, store, and recharge groundwater. By storing water and slowing the delivery of water to plants, healthy soils play a […]
May 24th
By Mutt Mulligan Compost Just Keeps on Giving
Compost is a very popular topic in the Spring. After the long winter, compost piles promise growth and lush lawns, gardens and landscaping. Did you know that: Compost can hold six times its weight in water, which reduces the need for irrigation during periods of drought. Compost strengthens soil structure. Compost reduces the compaction of heavy […]
May 20th
By Mutt Mulligan Pet Adoptions Made Easy
We found this great pet adoption tool that puts you in touch with possible pets that really, truly need a home at shelters and adoption organizations across the country. Have you been thinking about taking a pet in – perhaps even a dog like TurfMutt? Here’s a little more information on Petfinder and then try […]
May 19th
By Mutt Mulligan May is Garden for Wildlife Month
May has been designated Garden for Wildlife Month and the National Wildlife Federation is encouraging you to adopt some gardening practices that will make your yard a sanctuary for wildlife. To celebrate, the organization itself is planting a tree for every wildlife habitat that is certified during the month of May. For a full list of ideas, go to NWF. Some fun […]
May 17th
By Mutt Mulligan Green Plants for a Brown Thumb
Growing new plants in the backyard can be a lot of fun. But, there are always those times when a new plant just doesn’t work out so well. Was it the soil, did I water it enough, did it get enough sun? Sometimes we never know. We found an interesting article titled “6 Plants that will grow anywhere” […]
May 12th
By Mutt Mulligan Backyards and Puppies
Who knew there was a newspaper called the Daily Puppy? But, why not? And, we found a great article on preparing one’s backyard for a new puppy – all you need is a sturdy fence, safe plant material, shelter area/dog house, and water. And, make sure you leave a large grassy area of the backyard […]
