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There are dozens of insects that, in large numbers, can affect the appearance of the lawn. Even if some of them are normally beneficial to the grass, when their number gets out of control, they can cause destruction of parts of the lawn. It is advisable to pay attention to any change you notice in your lawn: small mounds of soil, portions with yellow grass or even without grass etc. Specialists recommend taking measures as soon as you suspect an insect infestation, to protect the lawn and avoid further damage, and to also apply a known organic liquid fertilizer to enrich your lawn . Here are the most dangerous insects for the lawn and how to get rid of them.  Mole cricket There are insecticides on the market in the form of granules, which are ingested by mole cricket. Shortly after ingestion, the insect dies. If the attack is intensive, treatment can be repeated every 1-2 days. Ants You can spread their colony with a rake. If the problem persists, it is advisable to use a pr...

Preserving the health of the lawn and garden, even if its surface is not very large, is a real challenge for most people. In this article, you have a few ideas on how to reduce disease in your yard and have healthy lawn and plants.  Following these ideas will help you know how to make grass green and beautiful come Spring , and have flourishing green foilage. Apply treatments and fertilizers on time Each type of plant has its own specific needs to be able to grow and resist properly to different challenges. Many plants need to be sprayed with treatment substances. Keeps the soil loose and aerated At least once a month, dig the garden using a spade. Plants need a healthy, well-ventilated soil, especially in summer, when the soil tends to be more dry and crumbly. Buy the tools you need Just as a chef needs specific cooking tools, a gardener - be it amateur or professional - needs tools to take care of their yard. You should have garden gloves, a handcart, a spade, a shovel, a ...

Many plants do not cope with high temperatures and lack of water, which is why it is important to know what seeds are good for dry climates so that your garden or porch will look good even in such conditions. Salvia Salvia is a perennial plant recognized for its aromatic leaves. It has minimal watering requirements and water overdoses can destroy it Cacti Cacti are known for being resistant in very hot and dry climates. They actually prefer extreme temperatures and sunlight exposure. Lavender Lavender is a perennial plant, easy to be grow in gardens and tolerant of hot temperatures. It also does not support excess water. Agave The agave plant stores water in its thick leaves and develop its roots deep in the earth to collect the available water. The leaves have sharp edges. Landscapers use agave because of their interesting leaves and also because they are low maintenance. Bougainvillea spectabilis Bougainvillea spectabilis is a champion when it comes to tolerance to lack of...

Growing an organic garden meant to be healthy and productive first implies making a decision about its location as well as its preparation for planting. In order to have an organic garden, you must eliminate chemical fertilizers and pesticides and use safe substances instead, to improve the quality of the soil and protect the plants. You must also purchase organic seeds to start with. Prepare the soil Add sulfur if the soil is too alkaline, or lime to reduce its acidity; the acidic soil has a pH higher than 7.0, while the alkaline soil is lower than 7.00. Use organic fertilizers If you plan to have an organic garden, then the fertilizers must be organic. Manure obtained from horses, chickens or sheep is ideal to provide the soil with the fertilizers it needs. Avoid as much as possible using pesticides and chemicals. This applies not only to the garden itself, but also to the area nearby. If next to the vegetable garden you have a lawn and sprinkle it with chemical solutions const...

Every gardener wants a beautiful, rich garden, without diseases and pests. Many wonder how they can achieve this without spraying plants and crops with all kinds of insecticides, fungicides and other chemicals. The solution lies in opting for organic lawn care products . Here are some to consider: Organic insecticides made with wild chrysanthemums The flowers of wild chrysanthemums contain a substance called pyrethrin, from which you can make a very strong bio insecticide. It kills insects by paralysis, being very efficient against Colorado beetles, leaf lice and more. Or organic insecticides made with sulfur and limestone This is a very old solution, used in organic and conventional agriculture. It is applied during the rest period of plants. It kills most bugs and lice, as well as their eggs. It can also be used on fruit trees due to its fungicidal properties. Organic insecticides made with tomato leaves Surprisingly, healthy leaves from tomatoes make a good insecticide and fu...

Dog spots are a common problem of the lawn that occurs when your dog urinates on the grass. If you have already encountered this, you know how frustrating it can be and especially how difficult it is to prevent. There are many remedies on how to bring back dead grass from dog urine , but most of them prove to be inefficient and some may even make the situation worse. The cause of the disease The burning of the lawn is caused by the nitrogen in the dog's urine. Because it contains a lot of nitrogen, when the dog urinates it is as if the grass would be treated with fertilizer, which, in small quantities, is really beneficial, but in large quantities it causes grass burning. The prevention of the disease consists in reducing the amount of nitrogen that comes in contact with the grass. Solving the problem Successful prevention and treatment of burned lawns often requires a multi-step approach. Soak the area where the dog urinated with water, to dilute the urine. Feed the dog wi...

A beautiful lawn is one of the most desirable things for people who have a yard. Here are five useful tips that will help you have a green and healthy lawn. Mow the lawn frequently Periodic lawn mowing is important to thicken the grass. It is better to cut a small portion of the blades more often, than cutting everything at once. Each time you cut the grass, make sure to change the direction of the cut, so that the blades are not pressed in the same direction. Fertilize Cutting grass eliminates nutrients that need to be replaced, to ensure maximum growth. The lawn needs nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus, and these substances can be found in special fertilizer mixes sold by specialized stores. The dosage is indicated on the packaging. Water If you want the lawn to be green and robust it is important to water it properly. How often, it depends on temperature and humidity. When the grass needs water, it gets a gray-blue-ish shade, and the older blades begin to wilt.  Planting ...