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By: Karla

Karla — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:16:12 +0000

Hello! Wondering if using an Iron product to green up the lawn initially when switching from a chemical -based system to an all natural system is still okay? My region also has LOTS of moss in the winter spring…wondering what is a good solutiom that is good for the soil for excessive moss? There is normally lots of moss, not just a little bit…….thanks!

By: Paul Tukey

Paul Tukey — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 11:41:07 +0000

Brian, Second question first . . . ECOSMART has a safe, effective insect control that works well against carpenter ants. I’m not as familiar with patio cleaners, but let me do some digging around.

Sorry for the delay in answering. Your question slipped through the proverbial cracks.

By: Brian

Brian — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 04:56:44 +0000

Do you still respond to questions on this site anymore? it’s been about 5 months since we have heard a response from you….

By: eric

eric — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:29:38 +0000

I am trying desperately to not spray my lawn with weed killer anymore, and I was about to buy corn gluten meal when I read the article here saying it is ineffective as weed control…

Can somebody please give me better alternatives for weed control (pre- and post-emergent) that will keep my lawn safe for my kids to play on? I live in Zone 10, and with all the rain, dollarweed, gooseweed, and crabgrass is running rampant now.

Also, is a weed control product with only Atrazine still considered unsafe?

By: angela

angela — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 20:48:16 +0000

Hi Paul,

I am planning to replace my backyard lawn area which is overgrown with creeping and tall weeds with groundcover like blue star creeper or golden creeping speedwell. As I am not very experienced in landscaping, what do you recommend would be best to remove the actual lawn/weedy meadow (sod cutter?) and whats the best steps I need to prepare to plant the groundcover and ensure it prospers. Any tips will be much appreciated.

Thanks

Angela

By: Cat

Cat — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:33:03 +0000

Hi-
It is always so nice to read questions/comments on this site- it is proof that there are other people who care about a healthy world

We live in eastern Mass. and have a lawn that has been organic for 6 years now. We have had problems with grubs in the past and have used nematodes to address active grubs. We have also put down milky spore three years in a row. This year we did not use nematodes (I usually put them down near the end of July) but we saw no signs of grubs and because I thought the milky spore would have had time to “set-up”. Now it seems that we have grubs again– the grass is easily pulled up over an area of about 200 sq. ft. Is it too late to use the nematodes? What would you recommend for us?

Thank you,

Cat

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By: Sprinkler Buff

Sprinkler Buff — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 21:53:01 +0000

I am having some issues with Sand Burrs; are you familiar? I have bermuda grass in my front and back yards. These evil stickers have been sprouting up. I’ve heard of a product called MSMA that is supposed to kill them. I’m worried about my dog, however because MSMA may be harmful. Do have any other advice?
Also, I’d be interested in doing a guest blog post for you some time. I have a blog of my own. http://www.sprinklerjuice.com. Have a look and let me know!
-Thanks!

By: Pterker

Pterker — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 23:12:42 +0000

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