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Lawn Damage From Rabbits.  How to fix it?

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In summer, rabbits are some of the most unbearable pests. Rodents have the habit of enjoying the most diverse garden plants and even the lawn. Therefore, to get rid of rabbits, a good idea might be to choose plants that are not to their liking. However, it might not work as well as you expect, because rabbits are not pretentious animals and generally tend to eat many different plant types. In addition, their preferences vary from one animal to another, so that plants consumed in a garden by certain rabbits can be avoided.   But this is not the only lawn problem rabbits cause.   When an animal, such as a rabbit, urinates on your lawn, the nitrogen in the urine reacts with the grass creating brown spots, called grass burns. If you have a wild rabbit visiting your yard or a rabbit as a pet that you allow access to your lawn, neutralizing urine helps protect your lawn from unsightly areas with diseased grass, areas that give off an unpleasant odor of ammonia. . Knowing the pr...

Best Time of Day to Mow your Lawn

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Lawn mowing is the solution for a dense and lush-looking lawn. Moreover, mowing gives the lawn greater resistance to traffic and reduces weeds. Although this operation takes some time, the benefits will convince you that it is worth investing your time in mowing the lawn correctly. Frequency, mowing height and tools used are among the factors that essentially contribute to a healthy lawn. It is ideal to mow the lawn once or twice a week during periods of accelerated growth, and three times a month during periods of normal growth. You will surely notice a difference in the aspect of your lawn, once you start doing these operations on a regular basis, applying organic lawn care products benefits your lawn. During the hot periods especially, the lawn has to be watered in the morning, when it is still cool, or in the evening, after the sunset. Be sure to use a sprinkler, so that the water reaches the roots. If there is too little water, it will stop on the leaves and evaporate, without ...

Liquid vs. pellets.  What is the better fertilizer?

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With so many plant nutrients available, it is sometimes difficult to know which one to choose. The organic liquid fertilizer is obtained from soluble fertilizers and are most often distributed through the irrigation system. The great advantage is that they do not come into contact with the substrate, which maintains its pH and salt concentration. The disadvantage is that the use is conditioned by the air temperature. At temperatures above 25 degrees, absorption is reduced. The wind also has a negative influence on the efficiency of liquid fertilizers, affecting their even distribution.   On the other hand, universal organic fertilizer comes in the form of pellets and has the role of stimulating plant growth and improving soil quality. Chicken manure pellets are the richest natural fertilizer, containing 4.5% nitrogen and 2.7% phosphorus which they distribute to the soil gradually, without increasing its concentration, as opposed to use of other types of fertilizers that are ...

Should I Water My Trees in The Summer?

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High temperatures may affect your orchard, even if its effects on the trees are not as dangerous as frost, or low temperatures in general. Each fruit species has its own needs to be able to cope with the hot temperatures and respecting these following rules can save your orchard.   Water especially young trees, which have short roots and quickly run out of water resources   Water the fruit trees early in the morning, before the sun shows up in the sky. The amount of water you pour at the roots helps the plants cope with the stress of the day, when the temperatures become unbearable. Evening watering is good too, but it should be done after the sunset. The plants must never be watered during the day, because the big difference in temperature and the water vapor that will rise from the soil will negatively affect the plants, which can lead even to their death.   Do not water the trees, but the soil! Even if your intention is to revive them, the effect will be exactly...

Lawn Care Tips in Drought Season

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In order to enjoy a green and healthy lawn in the drought season, you have to do a series of works for its proper maintenance.  If you are just planting a lawn, think about planting a drought tolerant grass that will do good no matter the amount of water it receives. Mowing In spring and autumn, the lawn should be mowed weekly, so that it does not grow more than 10 cm. In summer, when the growth rate decreases, it is good to keep the lawn at a height of 5-6 cm in order to retain moisture at the roots and avoid dehydration. Choose from the models of lawn mowers the right one for your lawn surface. Watering During the summer, automatic lawn irrigation is a great solution. Schedule the watering early in the morning, or late in the evening. This avoids a thermal shock and the water has time to reach the roots of the plants. If you have an automatic installation installed, it is good to attach a humidity sensor to avoid over-irrigation, which may happen especially after drought...

What Causes Water Runoff and How to Fix It

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The effect of rain water runoff on building foundations and basements is well known, especially in the case of the absence of a quality waterproofing solution.   Starting from the premise that the storm water drainage pipes are correctly dimensioned in number and in diameter, you will just have to make the best possible connection between them and the sewerage. The problem can be solved by means of drains, which capture water running from the roof through the downspouts. There is a wide range of products available, made of cast iron, polyethylene or special concrete (with polymers).   Installation of gutter guards is another solution that can be used successfully to prevent water runoff. Usually made of polyethylene and with relatively low costs, a gutter guard is a basic piece that prevents any drainage system from ending up clogged with leaves and other debris, and allows water runoff.  Directing it the water on your lawn is how to make grass green and keep it gre...

How To Prevent Water Runoff On Your Lawn

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In some locations, rainwater in the yard is a real problem: either it is pooling on the property, or flowing too fast from the roof, flooding the lawn, garden or basement. The best way to prevent this problem is to ensure that the drainage system is functioning properly and that the water is directed to safe areas. Why don't we just let the soil do its job? If you have seen a yard ignored by its owner, you know why: water, especially that which flows quickly from the roofs and on the small slopes has a tendency to dig small valleys, so the landscape will not look pleasant at all. Add to that the mud carried around on your feet, the traces left on the wet ground and you will get a not-so-pleasant picture.  It's best to use products from Revive to improve your soil and help it to absorb the water on your lawn and garden areas. Introducing permeable pavements, pebble alleys, and mini-ponds to capture rain water, you reduce its negative effects and maintain a ni9ce environment...