Thursday, September 27, 2007
1. Rake, rattle and roll!
Convince yourself that raking leaves
can be fun. Rather than wait for a single
weekend, break this chore into stages.
Matted leaves can lead to insect and
disease problems and smother your
turf, especially cool season grasses like
Kentucky Bluegrass.
2. To fertilize - or not to fertilize?
Cool season grasses like Kentucky
Bluegrass, fescues and perennial ryegrass
often need fertilizer this time of year.
Grasses that go dormant in the winter,
such as Bermuda, Zoysia and Centipede
may not. Visit www.lowes.com for
information on soil testing and choosing
the right fertilizer.
3. Repair and re-seed. Fall is a great time
to repair a damaged lawn and re-seed. Fill
any holes or bare spots with topsoil and
add grass seed. It's important to choose
the right kind of grass for your growing
zone; go to www.lowes.com to learn
what's best for your area.
4. Don't forget to water. New grass in
particular needs frequent but shal...
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Monday, May 21, 2007
Here's a one-stop shop with pressure irrigation information and lawn care tips for Boise City customers.
Spring has truly sprung with the return of warm days. It's time once again to break out the shorts, turn on the irrigation system, green up your yard, and start the flower and vegetable gardens. To save money and time this summer, please use water and pesticides wisely. Not only will it reduce the cost and time needed to apply these resources, but also it will conserve and protect our water resource.
Source: City of Boise
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