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THE BENEFITS OF LAWN AERATION
Lawn advice usually runs toward applying, as in apply x pounds of nitrogen, apply herbicides for weeds or fungicide, or apply water at this rate for success. Well, our advice today is not about applying, it’s about aerating. By definition, to aerate is “to introduce air into (a material)”. In this case the material is […]
THE LIVING SOIL, PART 3: ORGANIC MATTER & HUMUS
The founding theory of the Select Program is that “Healthy Soil creates a Healthy Lawn”. But what is “healthy soil”? Let’s look at the factors that go into producing a healthy soil that benefits your grass and lets nature feed and protect your lawn. Note: The science of soil chemistry and makeup is complex. This […]
THE LIVING SOIL, PART 2: EARTHWORMS
The founding theory of the Select Program is that “Healthy Soil creates a Healthy Lawn”. But what is “healthy soil”? Let’s look at the factors that go into producing a healthy soil that benefits your grass and lets nature feed and protect your lawn. EARTHWORMS: NATURE’S AERATORS One of the first things you’ll notice if […]
THE LIVING SOIL, PART 1: MICROORGANISMS
The founding theory of the Select Program is that “Healthy Soil creates a Healthy Lawn”. But what is “healthy soil”? Let’s look at the factors that go into producing a healthy soil that benefits your grass and lets nature feed and protect your lawn. MICROORGANISMS: A WORLD BENEATH YOUR FEET! Healthy soil is alive. It […]
FREE LAWN CARE WINNER
Everyone at Nature’s Select congratulates Fred Crater, the Winner of the Dash Team & Stadium contest of our “One Year Free Lawn Care Program”. Nature’s Select has been a proud sponsor of the Dash since its inception.
WHAT TO DO NOW FOR A PRETTIER SUMMER LAWN
Tired of looking out over a patchy, weedy, not-very-green lawn all winter? Dreading the thought of looking at the same problems all summer too? The key to a great lawn in summer is to start on lawn care now before grass growth begins with warmer weather. A soil test is the best way to get […]
IS IT TIME TO OUTSOURCE YOUR LAWN CARE?
Have you ever considered using a lawn care service? While hiring a company to care for your lawn might not be right for everyone, it can be beneficial in more situations and have greater benefits than you might expect. If you love slinging bags of fertilizer and herbicide on your days off and have always […]
MORE FOR NATIONAL LAWN CARE MONTH: WHAT LAWNS DO FOR US (INFOGRAPHIC)
Sure, a nice lawn makes your home look good, raises your property values, and provides a safe place for kids to play. But lawns also do so much more!
NATURE’S SELECT AND PROJECT EVERGREEN: BALLFIELD RESTORATION
April 6, 2016: This week Nature’s Select® helped to restore the playing surface at Penn-Wright Field at Greensboro’s Barber Park in association with Project EverGreen The repairs to the turf will provide a safer surface for play and practice for local and out-of-state teams. Other industry contributors included our sister company New Garden Select, Site […]