Beth Comer

Lawn Aeration Basics

Aerating your lawn is done to create air space in your soil. Additional air space allows for better water management and allows grass roots to take in nutrients easier, thus giving you a healthier more lush lawn. In general, the greater the clay content of your soil, the greater the need to aerate. Clay soil tends to bond very tightly, causing less air space. The act of aerating breaks down those bonds. Another consideration... (posted by Beth 4 years 23 days ago.)

Organic Fertilizer or Synthetic Fertilizer – Which is Right For Me?

You are not alone if you stand, staring at the fertilizer bags every Spring wondering what the difference is. All the bags show a lush lawn that creates envy. There are a few basic differences between organic/natural fertilizer and synthetic fertilizer to keep in mind. Synthetic Characteristics Synthetic fertilizers are generally much higher in Nitrogen. It is the Nitrogen that... (posted by Beth 4 years 56 days ago.)

12 Questions To Ask Before Hiring A Lawn Contractor

Twelve basic questions to ask when hiring a lawn care contractor. Consider the answers to all of these questions when comparing lawn services the decision is not always about price. What makes your service different from your competitor? This is an open-ended question that can be asked for a couple of reasons. First, does the contractor understand his own services. Second, if he's been around... (posted by Beth 4 years 84 days ago.)

Urban Composting

Composting indoors turns your kitchen waste into rich compost for your plants and garden. Even if you live in an apartment or high-rise building, you can compost using an indoor, automatic composter. Urban Composting Most people have heard of using a compost keeper, such as a pail or bucket, to accumulate kitchen scraps that can then be used in a backyard composter or compost bin. But what if you don't have a yard? (posted by Beth 4 years 116 days ago.)