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All yards are not the same: Choosing your grass wisely
First things first. Before you can care for a lawn, you must plant one.
And, there are several things to keep in mind when choosing what type of grass seed to purchase. This is because that grass seed can grow into very different lawns. This difference could mean a lawn filled with pests and weeds, or one that is low maintenance and looks great. Here are some factors that you should take in consideration while in the seed aisle at your local home and garden store. First of all, you should determine what your ideal yard will look like, as grasses can vary in color, leaf width, characteristic and growth density. Each little blade adds up! Second, you must consider how much time and money you really are ready to spend on your lawn. The higher the maintenance lawn, the more you will need to put into it. This is a very important factor. Third, your specific growing conditions will affect which seed you should choose. Things like the amount of sun, shade, rain, soil type, humidity and moisture can affect how your lawn grows. Finally, what will you be using your lawn for Your investment may differ if you lawn is a play area or for show, or even for erosion control. Once you determine these needs, you will be armed with the information you need to make you decision on your seed. It all grows up from there! And, if it grows, it must be mowed -- stay tuned for secrets on THAT. Hint: it's not what you expect. http://lawncarerngn.blogspot.com/# |
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