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Organic Lawn Care VS. the Chemical Approach
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CHEMICAL APPROACH |
ORGANIC APPROACH |
- Mow
low and often.
- Catch
grass clippings.
- High
analysis fertilizers 4-5 times per year.
- High
nitrogen fertilizers.
- Synthetic fertilizer -- no organic matter, fillers.
- Fertilizer based on plant needs.
- Fertilizers have few or no trace minerals.
- Attempt
to control nature.
- Treat
symptoms (insects, diseases).
- Use
chemical pesticides at first sign of pests.
- Poisons
used on a calendar basis as preventatives.
- Discourage the use of beneficial insects.
- Use
only university-tested products.
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- Mow
higher and less often.
- Leave
clippings on the ground.
- Low
analysis fertilizer 2-3 times per year.
- Low
nitrogen fertilizers.
- 100%
organic fertilizer -- no fillers.
- Fertilizer based on soil needs.
- Fertilizers loaded with trace minerals.
- Attempt
to work within nature's system.
- Treat
soil and cultural problems.
- Use
natural pesticides, but only as last resort.
- Prevention through soil improvement and foliar fertilizers.
- Use
beneficial insects as a major tool.
- Use
food products, teas, and homemade mixtures where appropriate.
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Organic and Natural Lawn and Yard Care
Lawns USA - DFW Texas Service
Areas
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- Garland, TX
- Grand Prairie, TX
- Mansfield, TX
- Mesquite, TX
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- North Dallas, TX
- North Richland Hills, TX
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