FIVE WAYS TO ACHIEVE A
GORGEOUS LAWN
Water = Green: Water is
one ingredient that your lawn cannot live without, so make sure that you've got
a great routine in place for keeping the lawn damp. If you have a good sprinkler system
installed, you're already a step ahead of the game! If not, make sure that you're reaching all
areas of the lawn if watering by hand or by moveable sprinkler. Water in the evening or very early morning
for best results, but don't overdo it!
Know how to mow: Make sure
your lawn mower has sharp blades; mowing with dull blades can tear the grass,
altering its healthy appearance. Also,
the more often you mow, the healthier your grass will be! Mow the lawn at least once per week for
optimal results.
Fertilize and vitalize:
Invest in a good fertilizer and use it regularly for the thickest, greenest
grass. Ever wonder why the fairways and
greens on a golf course manage to look beautiful throughout the year? Fertilizer is the key to the greens keeper's
success. For the greenest grass
possible, purchase a fertilizer with iron content.
Weed it out: Weeds are an
obvious eyesore when it comes to the care of your lawn, and you've probably
noticed how quickly they can grow. With
a good fertilizer program in place, you'll get a step ahead of weeds in no
time. For the pesky, hardier plants,
manage the growth with a little weed spray (or dig them out by hand for best
results).
Don't get bugged: Lawn
pests are not just annoying; they are bad for the grass. If you're properly watering, fertilizing, and
mowing your lawn, but still have an insect or pest problem, try aerating the
lawn; this should help to eliminate the little buggers!
