Eco Lawn Science

Should you be putting lime on your lawn? Ete discusses what lime is, what it does for your lawn, how to know if your lawn needs it, and how to apply it if it does.

In this episode, Ete discusses voles. Those furry little faces may be adorable, but voles sure can cause trouble in your lawn and gardens. Today, Ete talks about these rodents: why they’re a problem, things you can do to keep them from taking over your yard, how to get rid of them if you have an infestation, and how to deal with the damage they cause.

This product claims to save you up to 50% on your water bill. 
Using smart technology it utilizes the moisture around your plants and lawn and converts it to liquid H20. Much of the water we apply through our irrigation and also from natural sources is not utilized by the plants/lawn due to evaporation. This helps the water you use go further saving you money and allowing you to use less. 

In this episode I share some of the results that I have seen while using it on my clients lawns and landscapes. 

We get this question a lot so, so here's a mini episode with my thoughts.
In Utah (cool season grass) I recommend seeding in the fall when there are a lot fewer variables to work around and the weather is on your side. 

Just because you are hiring a lawn company does not mean everything will be perfect and that you do not have to do anything. In this episode we talk about the three main parts to a healthy lawn and the importance the homeowner plays in all of this. 

To have an amazing lawn you need to feed the lawn and soil, water correctly, and mow correctly. Often I see many people do 1 or 2 of the 3 and expect an amazing lawn. But that's not how it works. These are things you have to watch and inspect each month throughout the entire season. 

How high should I set my mower blades?
How often should I mow?
What do I need to do to maintain my mower so I don't injure my grass?
What are the benefits of mowing my grass higher instead of keeping it low?
Can my mower spread fungus to other parts of the lawn?

In this episode we discuss what role having  proper mowing practices play into having a healthy lawn.  

As spring rolls around, you'll see plenty of people putting down pre-emergents on their lawns and beds. Is this a good idea? We'll talk about what pre-emergents are, how they work, and some of the common misconceptions people have about them. We'll also discuss some of the different types of pre-emergents that are available, and talk about how and when to put them down, and some different approaches to using them effectively.

This is a beginners guide to weed control. We start with the most basic overview of what they are, how they work, and which one to choose. This episode is not for the advanced lawn experts, or those with a lot of experience in the field. 

Did you know you can fertilize your plants and lawn with fish guts? 
In this episode I discuss how it works, what kind to get, what it is best for and some of the pros and cons of using fish as a fertilizer source. 

This weed control scored a 6 in EIQ (environmental impact quotient) which is pretty low (that's a good thing) for a weed control. In this episode I discuss how it works, it's impact on the environment and pricing.