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March 6th
By Mutt Mulligan Daylight savings starts Sunday – use the “extra hour” to get outside with your kids!
We’ll spring forward on Sunday, a sure sign that warmer weather is just around the corner. One way to make the most of the extra daylight is to commit to getting outside with your family for one hour a day. It’s not only a healthy alternative to the “screen time” that monopolizes most kids’ lives […]
March 4th
By Mutt Mulligan TurfMutt Helps Keep Spring Break Boredom at Bay
Spring break (and even snow days) can go from a chorus of “yay, no school!” to “I’m bored!” in a matter of seconds. But TurfMutt has a cure for spring break blues. Just check out TurfMutt’s website for a host of ideas for getting outdoors and fun learning activities that will educate your kids about […]
February 27th
By Mutt Mulligan Add some time outdoors to your spring break plans
Whether you are planning a family getaway for spring break or you’re staying a little closer to home, TurfMutt encourages you to add some outdoor time into your plans. Outdoor activity benefits the mind, body and spirit. It increases fitness levels, increases Vitamin D levels and improves distance vision, lowering the chance of nearsightedness. Exposure […]
October 22nd
By Mutt Mulligan Planting for fall? You can help turfmutt fight HeatFreak.
Depending on your ecosystem and climate, now could be a great time to plant trees and shrubs, and even the bulbs you want to bloom in spring. Plantings aren’t just pretty to look at, they also help battle one of TurfMutt’s biggest enemies, HeatFreak. HeatFreak’s special power is the ability to raise the air temperature […]
September 9th
By Mutt Mulligan Revive Your Landscape
Most of our lawns and landscapes took a hit this summer- heat and drought were constant companions this Summer. One piece of advice keeps popping up from landscape experts: Aerate the lawn, if nothing else. A weekly gardening column ‘Green Thumbs Up’ suggests that ‘aerating the lawn at this time of year will produce a […]
August 23rd
By Mutt Mulligan Pick the Right Grass Variety
We talk a lot about selecting the right plant, for the right spot, and for your climate. A recent article in the Star Tribune talks about what grasses work best in the Twin Cities: Fescue versus Kentucky Bluegrass and Perennial Rye. Although the latter grows lush and quickly, it can be a water hog. Wherever […]
July 27th
By Mutt Mulligan Lessons from Drought
It’s that time of year where we notice what plantings work, and which don’t. A good article came out that pointed out that drought highlights if and where you’ve planted the right plant, or the wrong plant. According to Rick J. Lewandowski, in a column in the Delaware News Journal, look around and learn from […]
July 21st
By Mutt Mulligan Taller Grass Fares Better in Heat
The dry, hot weather continues, and some lawns may be taking a beating. One recent Boston Globe article re-emphasizes an important tip for keeping lawns healthy, growing and protected from drought harm. You should cut your lawn on a higher mower setting. According to the story, “Your grass should be 3 inches high. Grass needs […]
June 29th
By Mutt Mulligan Take Your Dog to Work Day
Last week, June 25, was ‘Take Your Dog to Work Day’ – a holiday created in 1999 to celebrate what good companions dogs are. The holiday is also meant to encourage the adoption of dogs from humane societies, animal shelters, and breed rescues. Take Your Dog to Work Day also calls on employers to open […]
June 17th
By Mutt Mulligan Oil Spill and Impact on Pets
Not only are wildlife being impacted by the spill, but shelters are seeing an uptick in drop-offs as people struggle to make ends meet as fishing jobs continue to dry up along the coast. This story reminds us of the importance of shelters to take in animals, and the importance of looking for your next […]
