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	Organic lawn management - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Organic lawn management is the practice of establishing and caring for a garden lawn without the use of chemical inputs such as pesticides or artificial fertilisers.
		Organic lawns can be valuable habitats in their own right, providing a home for a variety of insects, birds and other wildlife.
		Lawn mowings should never be discarded, instead should be either composted, used as a high nitrogen compost activator or used as a mulch around trees, shrubs or vegetables.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Organic_lawn_management (1837 words)

	Learn more about Lawn in the online encyclopedia. (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		A lawn is a cultivated, mowed field planted with grass and sometimes clover.
		Lawns are typically planted near homes, often as part of gardens.
		Lawns are also a common feature of public parks and the playing surface for most outdoor sports including golf, tennis, football, soccer, bowling, and others.
	www.onlineencyclopedia.org /l/la/lawn.html (195 words)

	Organic lawn management -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		Managed (additional info and facts about organically) organically, the lawn can be more than simply a green carpet and can contribute to the overall (The diversity of plant and animal life in a particular habitat (or in the world as a whole)) biodiversity and richness of the garden (additional info and facts about eco-system) eco-system.
		Lawn edges can be trimmed with long handled ((usually plural) large scissors with strong blades) shears, which avoid the need to bend down, and occasionally cut to a clean border edge using a (A sturdy hand shovel that can be pushed into the earth with the foot) spade or half-moon edge cutter.
		The lawn is made up of millions of individual plants, and as with other parts of the garden, a healthy and fertile soil with a sound (A thing constructed; a complex construction or entity) structure is essential to obtaining good results.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/o/or/organic_lawn_management.htm (1925 words)

	Lawn - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Maintenance, construction, and management of lawns of various kinds is the focus of much of the modern horticulture industry.
		Many lawns tend to be composed of a single species of plant, or of very few species, which reduces biodiversity, especially if the lawn covers a large area.
		Lawns are sometimes cared for by using pesticides and other chemicals, which can be harmful to the environment.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Lawn (820 words)

	Organic Lawn Care
		In organic lawn care, the inputs that are necessary tend to be " natural" as opposed to the synthetic ones used in conventional programs.
		The underlying basis of organic lawn care practices is the management of a soil in which the biotic character is preserved.
		The ecological lawn seed mix should thus be comprised of a variety of grass species and cultivars in order to take advantage of the disease-resistance qualities of each and to reduce susceptibility to damage by pests specific to any one.
	www.uri.edu /ce/factsheets/sheets/organiclawncare.html (1032 words)

	Ecological Lawn Care (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		If the lawn grasses are older varieties of bluegrass, ryegrass and fescue or older, warm-season varieties of Bermuda grass, zoysia or saint augustine grass, they may not have the vigor and inherent resistance to pests to thrive without chemical treatments.
		Thus, 'organic' I lawn care can and should result in reduced use of pesticides, if not in their elimination." The institute's director, Dr. Eliot C. Roberts, is a strong proponent of organic fertilizers in lawn care.
		Organic gardeners and farmers have used them for years, but research has now demonstrated their benefit for lawns as well.
	www.motherearthnews.com /menarch/archive/issues/123/123-060-01.htm (4083 words)

	Integrated Pest Management, organic lawn care (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		At the same time as the lawn care industry is experiencing a growth in demand for organic lawn care, the real possibility exists that environmental legislation will ultimately prohibit the application of conventional chemical pesticides and fertilizers.
		It is time for the lawn care industry as a whole to take advantage of the clear business opportunity that exists and decide to become proactive by adhering to a set of standards for organic lawn care and becoming certified organic lawn care providers.
		The delivery of organic lawn care to the consumer is the common ground and an area that will become reinforced and expanded through a set of organic lawn care standards, which will ultimately lead to certification for the lawn care provider.
	www.sportsturfassociation.com /pages/resources/ipm/organic_care.php (775 words)

	Natural Organic Lawn Care for Ohio
		Fertilizers with ratios of 3:1:2, 4:1:2, or 5:1:2 are optimal for Ohio lawns.
		With a natural organic lawn, it should be decided early in the season whether to irrigate regularly to maintain color or not to irrigate and allow the lawn to go dormant in a hot, dry summer.
		Lawns that are highly managed and regularly watered may actually attract beetles; allow the lawn to go dormant during July, if the weather is hot and dry.
	ohioline.osu.edu /hyg-fact/4000/4031.html (7365 words)

	Visitor Questions: Organic Pest Management
		Organically acceptable chemical controls are a last resort used only when all other methods are not adequate.
		Organically acceptable chemical controls are naturally occuring minerals or plant products, and they tend to break down into harmless substances faster than synthetic pesticides.
		BT are considered a form of organic pest control because their products (those crystals and spores) are nontoxic to mammals, are specific to the target pest, do not harm beneficial insects, and may be used right up to harvest.
	www.geocities.com /RainForest/Canopy/3588/yourquestions1.html (5657 words)

	Organic Lawn Care (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		There is a renewed interest today in organic lawn care and a trend among many homeowners to consider long-term environmental concerns in their lawn maintenance programs.
		Due to the slow-release properties of these materials, natural organics are less apt than are water-soluble fertilizers to leach from the soil, to burn turfgrass, or to cause rapid growth spurts.
		Organic pest control may fall into various categories: use of natural, organic products such as corn gluten meal, use of natural predators and biocontrols, and use of proper cultural practices to relieve pest pressure (integrated pest management).
	edis.ifas.ufl.edu /EP140 (1579 words)

	BBC - Gardening - Basics - Lawn care (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		Remove the clippings from the lawn at the beginning and end of the growing season when decomposition is slow.
		Another method for covering bare patches is to use a strip of lawn from a rich growing area to patch the bare area (you 'll need to re-sow the area where it came from).
		These mowing heights apply to the following types of lawn: general purpose lawn in spring, autumn or drought, 3cm (1.25in); general purpose lawn in summer, 2.5cm (1in); fine lawn in spring, autumn or drought, 2cm (0.75in); and fine lawn in summer, 1.5cm (0.5in).
	www.bbc.co.uk /gardening/basics/techniques/organic_lawncare.shtml (826 words)

	ipedia.com: Lawn Article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		Rolling a lawn simply compacts the soil by pushing weights around the lawn area, either mechanically with a lawn roller or by hand.
		Many lawns tend to be composed of a single species of plant which reduces biodiversity, especially if the lawn covers a large area.
		Lawns are usually composed primarily of non-native plants which sometimes push local plants toward extinction.
	www.ipedia.com /lawn.html (454 words)

	Tall Fescue Lawn Management
		Fortunately, many preemergence and postemergence herbicides are available to use on tall fescue lawns, and preemergence herbicides applied in early spring are the preferred method of crabgrass control.
		Common bermudagrass invasion of tall fescue lawns is a common problem that is difficult to overcome.
		Turf thinning is usually caused by improper turf management like insufficient irrigation, too much nitrogen fertilizer, seeding with more than 5 pounds of seed per 1,000 square feet, mowing too low or too high, and seeding in late fall or spring.
	pubs.caes.uga.edu /caespubs/pubcd/L354.htm (1528 words)

	Best Management Practices for Lawn Care
		Our goal was to manage our acre of grass completely organically without the use of any chemicals.
		Lawns are notorious for their appetites so once the warm weather increases the rate of growth, additional nutrients are provided by injecting a liquid organic fertilizer, made from feather and blood meal, through the irrigation system.
		This adds to the health of the lawn by directly stimulating the growth and diversity of the beneficial soil microorganisms.
	www.lotusland.org /bmps/lawn.htm (316 words)

	Wegener's Liquid Organic
		Whether you are a commercial grower or a home gardener, you will enjoy the gentle release of nutrients, with no stress to your plants.
		This makes Wegener's Liquid the best choice for gardeners who want the organic benefits of bloodmeal and have concerns about using animal bloodmeal and its relationship to Hoof and Mouth disease and/or Mad Cow disease.
		Use for growing in soilless mediums, maintaining interior plants, meeting nursery requirements, healthy vegetable gardens, and organic lawn management.
	www.rambridge.com /products/organic/organic2.html (339 words)

	Organic lawn lawn and turf grass
		Turf Pro is a highly concentrated NATURAL ORGANIC fertilizer for use on lawn and turf grass.
		Lawn in average condition - 6 to 8 oz./1000 sq.
		Lawn in poor condition - 10 to 12 oz./1000 sq.
	www.ecochem.com /t_humic.html (482 words)

	LETTERS (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		As discussed in your column on Oct. 18, given the enormous demands for water during the summer months (primarily due to lawn sprinklers), the town may need to implement water-conservation measures in order to avoid another major capital expenditure in the form of a new water treatment plant.
		We are exploring landscaping practices used successfully in numerous nearby towns, such as integrated pest management, selection of hardy species, and organic lawn care.
		The League of Women Voters of Andover/North Andover is planning a public forum on sustainable landscape and lawn practices for early winter to include experts in water-wise landscaping, integrated pest management, organic lawn care and related topics.
	www.andovertownsman.com /news/20011101/ET_003.html (861 words)

	UCONN IPM: Integrated Pest Management:Home & Grounds: Weeds and Your Lawn (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		Susceptibility to herbicides varies considerably and most weeds are better managed by spring and fall applications.
		Check the Cornell Guidelines for management strategies or the names of herbicides that will be effective for the weed species present at your site.
		Many persistent weed problems can be solved more efficiently by using different management strategies (e.g., choosing better-adapted grass varieties and planting ground covers that suppress weeds).
	www.hort.uconn.edu /ipm/homegrnd/htms/lawnweeds.htm (1257 words)

	Canadians Against Pesticides - LIST OF ORGANIC LANSCAPE MANAGERS
		Organic Lawn and Garden Care is a relatively new industry.
		When searching for 'organic' service providers, therefore, we highly recommend that you scrutinize their services to confirm that they ONLY practice this type of land management and offer NO chemical-based treatments.
		Organic land managers may also treat weeds withi ecologically benign herbicide solutions like fatty-acid based sprays.
	www.caps.20m.com /landscape.htm (258 words)

	Naturally Healthy Organic Lawns by Lawn-Wright
		Each of our staff are professionally trained, organic lawn and turf care specialists.
		A well-maintained naturally organic lawn adds not only adds beauty to your surroundings, but safety for your family and pets.
		Organic turf grasses help purify water entering underground aquifers by its root mass and soil microbes acting as a filter to capture and breakdown many types of pollutants.
	www.lawnwright.com (189 words)

	Best Organic, Pest Management, vermicomposting, and Organic Foods websites!
		Organic Agriculture at FAO - Rich in Content, find everything from country data and discussion forums to photos and videos on organic agriculture.
		Center for Integrated Pest Management fosters the development of pest management programs based on a high level of knowledge of pest biology and control technology, resulting in economically sound, environmentally compatible crop production.
		The Organic Consumers Association campaigns for food safety and organic agriculture.
	www.care2.com /channels/ecoinfo/organic (597 words)

	A Natural Solution Organic Based Lawn Care and Tree / Shrub Care Service
		TM asks customers to be patient with their lawns.
		This chemical dependency causes a weak lawn that is susceptible to disease, stress, heat, cold and weed invasion.
		Organic and natural methods produce the healthiest and most colorful lawn you will e
	www.a-naturalsolution.com (223 words)

	The Lawn Clinic: Extras -> Your Organic Community (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		To earn our support a group must be actively encouraging and educating the public about organic lawn care and the various alternatives to pesticides.
		As a non-profit trade association, the Organic Landscape Alliance is committed to the development of organic horticulture.
		Kanata Environmental Network (KEN) is a group of concerned citizens working together to raise awareness of environmental issues in Kanata and to promote sound environmental practices in our community.
	www.thelawnclinic.com /organiccomm.html (334 words)

	1997 Ohio Farm Tour Series
		The 1997 series offers farmers and the general public a unique opportunity to visit a wide range of organic and sustainable farming operations throughout Ohio.
		The Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association (OEFFA), Innovative Farmers of Ohio (IFO), and the Ohio Chapter 1 of the Organic Crop Improvement Association (OCIA) hope the tours will foster a dynamic relationship between ecological farmers, the general pubic, and the OSU Extension and research community.
		Topics covered will include weed and pest management for vegetable and grain production, and marketing strategies used by ecological growers to market their products.
	www.ibiblio.org /london/permaculture/mailarchives/sanet2/msg00720.html (320 words)

	Tools and Hardware: Lawn Mower Parts (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		Organic lawn management - Home Encylopedia Directory eShowcase Sitemap Privacy Contact Us Enyclopedia Home
		See live article Organic lawn management Organic lawn management is the practice of establishing and caring for a garden lawn without the use of chemical inputs such as pesticides or artificial fertilisers.
		See live article Lawn mower A lawn mower (often spelled as one word - lawnmower) is a machine (electric or mechnical) used to cut grass to an even length.
	www.showatoolusa.com /388.html (621 words)

	Naturally Healthy Organic Lawns by Lawn-Wright - Organic Lawns
		Our Organic Lawns Division can provide you with treatments that steadily condition and restore your soil, making it fertile again.
		Using techniques that avoid upsetting the ecosystem of your turf such as applying controlled-release organic materials and dense seeding provide maximum effectiveness and safety.
		All treatments are totally safe and follow the guidelines of the Maryland and Virginia Departments of Agriculture.
	www.lawnwright.com /organiclawns.html (138 words)

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