Reduce The Need For Pesticides - Correct Mowing And Watering:

Correct Mowing Watering Technique

An excellent way to reduce the need for pesticides - we're all "green" (forgive the pun) nowadays, is to grow the Lawn Taller than you would expect. Tall ss provides shade! That is the Secret!

* Shade cuts down weed germination, such as Crabss!

* Tall ss has larger roots, which increases the uptake of nutrients moisture.

* Tall ss is better able to withst Summer heat.

* Correct mowing the use of natural fertilizers can, by themselves keep a Lawn Healthy thick.

So, cut down the use of pesticides let the ss grow.

* Set your Mower Blades to at least 3 inches for regular mowing.

* Four times a year reduce this to 2 inches - generally in the Spring Autumn. This will prevent remove Fungus.

* Always leave ss clippings on the Lawn. This will provide a natural mulch which further reduces the need for fertilizer.

Pesticides are in fact harmful to Human Health. They can result in decomposition lead to thatch, apart from the dangers to children pets.

* When mowing ensure that the Mower blade is sharp.

* Mow when the Sun is at its lowest. This is usually in the early morning or more preferably in the cool of the evening.

* Make sure the ss is dry.

Mowing with a dull Mower blade will tear the ss roots, turning the ss brown. Mowing when the ss is wet will have the same effect leave the ss more susceptible to disease.

Correct Watering

In these days of Water Conservation it is important to water only when needed. This should be every few days as required, not every day. Try to water later in the evening or early morning. Water deeply, but there is no need to water if there has been recent rainfall. Only water lightly if a fertilizer has just been applied.

Watering promotes growth during the Summer ensures a thicker Lawn which will reduce pest problems.