Judy K. – Bedford, MA

Jason M. – Hyde Park, MA

The Weys were more than happy to share some photos of their garden last summer with everyone considering organic lawn care in Massachusetts.

In their words, "I cannot believe it was just the second year we started treating our garden and lawn organically. WOW! What a difference! I don't know if you remember, but we had huge holes and area where grass was not even growing after trying for 2 years. Chris and I are very pleased and we really want to thank you very much for doing such an amazing job!"

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One way we keep up to date is by attending seminars and workshops on turf management and soil health.  This year we will be going to the Organic Turf Trade Show on Long Island, have a booth at the Ecological Landscaping Association in Springfield and going back to Cornell for a workshop on the Soil Health Assessment.  I enjoy listening to the experts on the latest research on turf grass varieties, but we can’t wait to get back to work by March.

I recently attended a trade show in Boston called ‘New England Grows’ and took in a few interesting talks by scientists and experts.

Cornell researchers have shown that mulching leaves on to the lawn in the fall results in faster green up in the spring.  They also measured better weed control in lawns where leaves were mulched.  Of course, not raking the leaves in the fall will smother the grass, but mulching them with the lawnmower until there are too many is a great idea.  It adds organic matter to the soil and probably keeps annual weed seeds from getting a chance to germinate.  You can also pile them in the fall and mulch them in the spring.

Applying the right amount of fertilizer, by itself, to a lawn keeps down weeds, including dandelions, significantly.

When the lawn grows quickly under warm, moist conditions, it’s not the water that is stimulating growth.  It is the increased biological activity under these conditions.  Bacteria multiply and are eaten by protozoa and nematodes to make nutrients, especially nitrogen available to the plants.  Carbon is broken down by fungi.

Crabgrass continuously germinates through the summer.  25% of crabgrass plants germinate in April and 75% of them have germinated by mid June.  All have germinated by mid August.

It is particularly important to mow grass high in the shade where sunlight is at a premium and leaf surface to capture it is more important.  Deeper roots are needed to store the extra food manufactured as the result of photosynthesis.  Mowing high also helps the plant survive wear and tear.  The crowns of the plant aren’t broken by foot traffic.  A walkway is a good option to prevent damage to the lawn, especially in shade where the grass is more fragile.  Fine fescues, which grow well in the shade, are the least wear tolerant of the grasses.

Researchers from Rutgers scour Europe and North Africa each year looking for new cultivars of grass that are resistant to fungal diseases.  They are trying to find grass types that do well with little maintenance.

And finally, the reason we keep attending seminars on turf grass and soil health is best summed by Will Rogers, “Even if you are on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.”
 

I not only love what you do for our lawn, but also how friendly and attentive your service is. Your letters are always fun to read, and I was very impressed when you sent the letter congratulating your employee's accomplishments…It's just that kind of thing that makes us glad to be your customer.

We are so happy with your service that I recommended Organic Soil Solutions in the Winchester Neighbors Club rolodex (a list of recommended service providers that's published in our annual directory). Hopefully our other members will come your way.

Amelia O. – Winchester, MA

This simple statement may seem obvious, but many people see their lawn as a green outdoor carpet free of imperfections that stays uniformly green all summer. As seasons progress, a healthy lawn responds to moisture, heat, and other natural phenomena.

Organic Soil Solutions makes your lawn and soil as healthy and happy as possible. We promote deep roots, plenty of leaf surface, and lots of biology in the soil, so the grass can get the air, water, and food it needs. We provide the foundation for a healthy lawn to meet the challenges and accept the gifts that Mother Nature provides. We use a completely organic and proactive approach to plant and soil health care.

The Organic Soil Solutions program renews, revitalizes, corrects, and conditions your soil. Healthy living soil leads directly to healthy thriving trees, shrubs, and lawns. To preserve your landscaping investment, start with the most basic component – your soil. 

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Good soil is the key to life. I’ve been reading about all the civilizations that collapsed because people didn’t take care of their soil. Don’t let this happen to you. A soil with the right pH and plenty of room for air, water and roots allows your lawn to flourish. Our fertilizers and compost feed the soil. The soil feeds the plant.

Good seed thickens the lawn and crowds out weeds. A lawn is not a natural environment and our over seeding helps the grass compete with weeds that produce millions of seeds. We usually mow our lawns before they go to seed. Our tillering tall fescues, mixed with other varieties for biodiversity, provide a thick, green lawn that is safe and healthy. They produce deeper roots and survive Summer stress.
 
Good people make it happen. Organic lawn care is not based on a "throw & go" mentality where a worker tosses down a chemical to resolve a problem. It takes a lot of effort to improve the soil and plant the seed properly. The Organic Soil Solutions team is dedicated, hardworking and pleasant. They care about the work they do and it shows. Happy people make for happy grass. Our crew is inspired when your lawn looks good.

Although Winter has begun and you're probably not thinking about your lawn, if you sign up for our all-organic lawn care service now, you can take advantage of our 10% prepayment discount. If you, your friends, or your relatives are interested in our services, please contact us today. We'll provide you with a individual proposal and you can take advantage of the 10% discount. Don't want to prepay? Not a problem. We also offer a "pay after each service" model. Sign up today and be on your way to good soil and a happy & healthy lawn in 2010.

As always, we welcome your questions and comments.
 
Best wishes and Happy New Year,
Michael Murray