(ARA) - As spring arrives, the days get longer and the chill leaves the air -- and that's your signal that it's time to help your lawn transition to spring. Spring is often thought of as a time of new birth, and in fact, taking care of your lawn is a lot like taking care of a baby ... you spend hours on care, and countless dollars. But after all, you'll do anything for your "beautiful baby." So as spring arrives, do your yard a favor and "baby" it.
(ARA) - Golf courses must look good day after day all season long. With more than 35,000 players using a single course during the year, this challenge is great. How do golf course superintendents keep their fairways and greens looking so good? One of their "tricks" is to follow a sound fertilizer program. By consistently feeding the grass with the right products, they not only fertilize their course but also help manage weed, disease and insect problems.
Poison ivy is found throughout southern Canada and most of the United States except Alaska and Hawaii. It is readily found along road sides, fences, railroads, and streams. But it can also be found in your own back yard. It is planted there in bird droppings from the birds who eat the berries of the plant.
So how does one get rid of the rash producing plant? Here are some tips: