Some people choose to only use organic substances on their lawns to promote natural and healthy growth. One such substance that is often recommended is that of peat moss. Whilst some sources claim that it is a helpful addition to your lawn, others claim that its negatives outweigh any potential benefits. When choosing to use…
Often overlooked, the pH of your soil plays a crucial role in the health of your grass and plants. If your plants seem to be suffering but you can’t understand why, it’s very likely that an incorrect soil pH level is the culprit. There are several different methods you can use to test soil pH,…
Who doesn’t love a beautiful green and lush lawn? I know I do, so when I noticed my grass looking a bit sorry for itself, I decided to give it a treatment with some lawn lime. As a pet owner, I first took a look at whether or not lawn lime could hurt my pets….
In the same way that human bodies need calcium to have strong healthy bones and to carry out a range of internal functions, plants need calcium to provide structure to their foliage and to send signals from one part of the plant to another. Without enough readily available calcium, plants will suffer stunted growth along…
Agricultural lime could be a lifeline for anyone looking to spruce up or revive a lawn that has seen better days. But can you put too much lime on your lawn? Unknown to many who try this trick, you can have too much of a good thing. Too much lime can limit your lawn’s access…
If you’re questioning why your lawn is looking yellow when you have done everything you can think of – maintaining a healthy cutting routine, fertilizing on schedule, watering regularly – then you may need to give it some lime to help it out. You may have heard of adding lime to your garden, and if…
The pH level of your soil is one of the many environmental factors that can have a significant impact on the growth and health of your plants. Most soils in the US are slightly acidic, and most plants are able to thrive at this pH. However, some soils can be higher (more alkaline) or lower…
