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Do You Grass Cycle?

Monday, 11 June 2012 06:26

Do You Grass Cycle?

Let's be honest, mowing the lawn is far from fun; but, once you get into a groove, it isn't the worst job either. However, having to stop and empty the grass catcher of your lawn mower can break the momentum you've built up, making the job seems more arduous. Lucky for you, there's no need to continue this tedious practice. Collecting and removing grass clippings is both unnecessary and counterproductive to growing a healthy lawn. Don't believe us? Read on to become a believer in grass cycling.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ontario’s Pesticide/Herbicide Ban

Monday, 11 June 2012 06:24

Frequently Asked Questions About Ontario's Pesticide/Herbicide Ban

If you're worried about lawn maintenance in Ottawa and the lawn maintenance services available after the province-wide ban of cosmetic pesticides, you've come to the right place. Read on for more information on natural and effective lawn maintenance services from Nutri-Lawn Ottawa.

Earwigs – The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Tuesday, 29 May 2012 23:05

Earwigs – The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

If you're worried about how earwigs may cause issues in your Ottawa, you might be surprised to learn that these common insects actually aren't all that bad. In fact, earwigs can help extend your lawn care services to an extent. Read on to find out what impact earwigs have on your lawn and what you can do to minimize the negative consequences.

Eight Easy Lawn Care Steps from Nutri-Lawn

Monday, 30 April 2012 11:27

Eight Easy Lawn Care Steps from Nutri-Lawn

Lawn care doesn't have to be time consuming. Here are eight easy lawn care tips from the Ottawa turf care specialists at Nutri-Lawn.

Do I Need to Dethatch? | Nutri-Lawn Ottawa

Sunday, 29 April 2012 20:54

Do I Need to Dethatch?

Ottawa homeowners need to pay attention to thatch problems on their property. Composed of both living and dead plant matter, thick layers of thatch can prevent water, air and nutrients from nourishing your lawn. Don't let your lawns suffocate – contact Nutri-Lawn Ottawa lawn care company and book one of our beneficial dethatching treatments today.

Don't Be Crabby: Crab Grass Prevention and Control | Nutri-Lawn Ottawa

Sunday, 29 April 2012 20:30

Don't Be Crabby: Crab Grass Prevention and Control | Nutri-Lawn Ottawa

Crab grass is a type of annual grass. Once it takes up residence in your Ottawa lawn, it can be very hard to evict. What's more, since crab grass has an aggressive seeding pattern and grows quickly, it can easily overwhelm your existing grass.

Crab grass works by taking over large sections of your lawn. It grows in thick mats that choke out any of the surrounding vegetation. Once that grass dies, the crab grass spreads its seeds over the bare spots. This allows the crab grass to spread even further during the next growing season, especially if it gets enough water. Once crab grass takes a hold of your property – watch out! As with most weeds, prevention is always easier and more effective than trying to fight the weeds after they appear.

Taking a Closer Look at Moss Control | Nutri-Lawn Ottawa

Sunday, 29 April 2012 19:50

Taking a Closer Look at Moss Control

Moss is a group of primitive, non-flowering plants that can quickly spread as a spongy mass on undisturbed soil. Typically moss is found where drainage is poor and the lawn is in the shade. They can reproduce quite quickly as they float away from the original plant on rain water.

Bugs That Will Benefit Your Ottawa Lawn | Nutri-Lawn Ottawa

Friday, 06 April 2012 20:00

Bugs that Will Benefit Your Lawn

It's everyone's worst nightmare to find that bugs have invaded their carefully tended Ottawa lawn. But before you charge out to your lawn, pesticides blazing, reconsider your actions for a second. First, chemical pesticides are now illegal in Ontario. Second, if you kill off the infestation, you will also risk removing any beneficial lawn and garden bugs. These can often improve the makeup of your property and reduce your Ottawa lawn maintenance needs. Before resorting to drastic measures, why not give the following beneficial bugs a chance – not only will your Ottawa lawn maintenance practices be safer, but your environment will reap the rewards of "green" gardening.