As said above, allow clippings to stay on the lawn to filter down to the soil, decompose, and recycle nutrients back to the roots. Clippings are all the fertilizer healthy lawns need (along with manure dressing). However, if you plan to fertilize, see timing below: SPRING: There is a d...
Compacted soil is a common problem for lawn care enthusiasts. It can cause major problems with your grass growth as it doesn’t allow water or air to circulate properly, which can lead to problems with drainage and moisture retention. Fortunately, there are several ways to soften compacted lawn...
One call we get a lot of in the Spring is “My lawn is really bumpy and uneven. Can you repair my lumpy lawn, could you roll my lawn for me?” On the heavy clay soil we have in the GTA, nothing short of a steamroller can exert enough pressure to flatten a lawn by force. And...
Checking soil moisture can help identify drought (dry soil) vs. overwatering (damp soil). For more information on identifying and managing common lawn diseases, see the resource,Identifying Common Lawn Diseases.Closely monitoring your lawn’s appearance and soil conditions can help you determine if ...
Give your lawn one last mow and say goodbye. If you’re planting your garden directly into the ground, you’ll need toget rid of all the grassfirst. Why should you remove your grass? If the soil layer on top of the grass is not dense enough, grass shoots or weeds might pop through...
Roll the planting area with the lawn roller. Add fertilizer, such as 1-2-1, in the amount suggested on the package. Do not mix this in with the soil. Water the area to a depth of 6 inches and allow it to stand for a day or two. If the weather is hot and dry you can start...
Clay soil, which is more prone to compaction Heavy rain and irresponsible irrigation, as wet soil is more susceptible to compaction Heavy foot traffic and heavy objects, which pushes soil and compacts it Over-tilling, as it leads to smaller soil particles that clump together when wet ...
Here is moretips on how to improve clay soil. 3. Use a Broadfork Using a broadfork can help improve aeration in small areas. If you’re trying to fix poorly draining soil in a raised bed, this is your best bet. It will provide quick, long-lasting results with just a few hours of ...
However, porous bricks are like clay; they don't have high mass materials, and they grow of moulds in damp environments. Lightweight Wood Wood for roofs, walls, and floor constructions are popular framing materials. However, this building material is susceptible to damages from insects, fire,...
Sun tolerance: Partial shade; can grow in full shade but not to its full potential Drought tolerance: Good for short periods of dryness but must be watered during drought Soil type: Well-drained mix of sand and clay with slight acidity or alkalinity Height: Up to 3 to 5 feet Spread: 3...