I was talking to my daughter’s boyfriend, Joe Toro, who happens to own Toro Landscaping Design, Inc. here in Central New Jersey. We got into the conversation about lawn care and how many of his customers would like him to use organic fertilizers. I asked him, what would be the best way we can maintain our lawns without the harsh chemicals. Here are the tips he gave me.

Most people want to have vibrant, dark green grass in their yards but really do not want to apply inorganic fertilizer or even harmful pesticides or herbicides that may endanger the environment, not to mention their children and pets. Nearly all of these eco-friendly bits of advice make it possible to help develop a luxurious lawn and can certainly make your neighbors jealous.

It is very important to mow your lawn. More often than not, it is best to mow higher and frequently. Simply by allowing the blades of grass to be longer they will definitely soak up a great deal more sunlight continue to keep moisture content as well as establish healthier roots. To avoid harming your lawn, make sure that your mower blades are sharpened; on top of that, you should not mow your lawn when it is damp.

Clear out unwanted weeds. These methods should really help you to develop thicker, healthier grass that can suffocate weed growth and prevent them from rooting, but if you do discover dandelions or other unwanted weeds, you will want to make sure you remove them immediately. Pull weeds out immediately after applying water because the root base will be wet, causing them to be less difficult remove; grab the weed as close to the ground as you possibly can and pull out the entire root.

Leave behind clippings as compost. Allow them to stay our grass; this specifically functions as mulch and minimizes the need for excess fertilizer. Ideally, it is best to use a rake clear away thatch (compressed coating of clippings along with decayed grass that accumulates) at the end of spring or possibly early summer months.

Many of us water too frequently, yet not enough to saturate. Be certain to water your entire lawn a couple of times per week. Morning hours happens to be the optimal period for you to water the lawn due to the fact evaporation is at the absolute minimum. The early sun will also dry the grass and prevent disease, which grows fastest in damp, humid environments.

As a REALTOR here in Central New Jersey, many of my clients need landscapers. I highly recommend Toro Landscaping Design, Inc. located in Scotch Plains. If you would like more information on eco-friendly landscaping, email me at dawn@dawnruete.com