A healthy yard is a good way to enhance the environment by filtering rainwater, attracting birds and good insects and absorbing pollution. Here are a few tips:
• Mow high. Keeping the blade raised for a 2.5 to 3-inch cut is best because it helps a strong root system develop and discourages weed growth.
• Don’t water too often. By watering deeply and infrequently, you can encourage deep root growth. If you water in the morning, you’ll lose less moisture to evaporation.
• Keep an eye open for pests. A small number of weeds or bugs is nothing to worry about, and if you catch a problem before it gets out of hand you will have an easier time dealing with it. If your problem reaches a point where you think you need a pesticide, just follow the label, but first, go down to your local garden centre and talk to their experts for advice and suggestions.
