2010 May | Grass Stitcher

The Perfect Lawn Repair Tools For Pet Damage

Pets can wreak havoc with a lawn. They like to dig and scratch and, of course, grass makes a perfect toilet. The problem is, pets, dogs in particular, tend to work on the same areas all the time. This leads to patches of dead or damaged lawn everywhere. There are a couple of solutions.

When it comes to dogs and the damage they do using your lawn as a toilet. There is a great lawn repair tool combination that works wonders. Yesterday we wrote about clover and how hardy it is. Did you know that clover was impervious to animal urine. Dogs can go to the toilet all they want and it won’t affect the clover.

Animal urine adds to much in the way of nitrogen to the soil – clover loves nitrogen and will convert it into more growth. So rather than constantly repairing an area that a pet frequently uses, change its surface. Your pets won’t mind and your lawn will thrive.

To change the lawn’s structure, mow the damaged area back hard. Use a lawn repair tool to roughen and aerate the surface then sow with a clover seed that is suitable for your area and water it in well. The clover may dominate that particular patch of lawn, but that is fine since it will continue to receive treatment from your pet. Over time, the clover will pump more nutrients into the soil – this will help your lawn to stabilize and animal urine will no longer be a problem.

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Clover – The Champion All Round Ground Cover

Clover was once one of the most popular ‘grasses’ grown in lawns around the world. It’s soft underfoot, withstands light traffic, requires very little maintenance and even even flowers in spring and summer. The introduction of herbicides soon killed off clover – as a broad leaf, clover and herbicides are not a good match.

As we move into an era where herbicides are used less frequently, clover is creeping into many lawns. It is also being added to many lawn blends as well. Here is an interesting tidbit to ponder – did you know that clover is not a grass? In fact, it fits more into the legume family and like all good legumes, it grows extremely well without any additional fertilizers.

Lawns that incorporate clover in their mix tend to be greener and thrive well because of the added nitrogen. Here is another fact to ponder – did you know you can incorporate clover into your current lawn with little work and little disturbance? You can.

The Grass Stitcher is the perfect tool for all lawn maintenance and is well worth investing in if you want a good clover lawn. To begin with, cut your lawn to a reasonable height. Then divide it into manageable sections – sections you can easily work on in 30-40 minutes. Run the Grass Stitcher over the section then sow with clover seed. Be careful, clover seed is very small so a little goes a very long way. Water well then rest the area for two or three days.

Most gardeners can completely oversow a standard lawn in a day, perhaps two days if your lawn area is large. At the beginning of each summer, check your lawn for clover. If there are areas that appear a little thin, use the Grass Stitcher again and resow. Clover is not long lasting but does generally reseed itself. If you are a keen mower and cut your lawn before the clover has flowered, then you may miss out on this reseeding.

One word of warning – clover is a great low maintenance lawn option. Little water, no fertilizer and hardly any mowing – but bees love clover (it makes one of the best honeys on the market) and we know how bees love feet – if you’re allergic to bee stings then perhaps a clover lawn is not for you – otherwise, an old favorite is making a comeback – join in.

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What’s The Worlds Best Lawn Repair Tool?

Repairing damaged lawns can be a painstaking process. Dig up the old lawn, reseed, and wait for it to germinate and grow. The reseeding and waiting goes with the territory but digging up the old lawn – it’s not necessary. Is the Grass Stitcher the world’s best lawn repair tool? We think so and we have many happy users who agree.

best lawn repair tool ever Why is it a great tool? You should see the video since pictures can tell the story far better, but in a nutshell, the Grass Stitcher cuts out that first step, digging up the damaged section of lawn. Instead, just cut it back short, run the Grass Stitcher over the area to be reseeded, sow your seed and water. That’s it.

Check out some of the reviews received:

“I used this on dog urine damage and was amazed how easy it was to make holes in the hard ground and the grass came up perfect. Great Product!” Amy

“I used the Grass Stitcher on some bare areas last fall, its coming in fantastic it really works.” Gloria

“Got it in 24hrs from ordering! Put it to work 2 weeks ago, on dead thatchy spots, and my grass is coming up excellent.” Ted

We know that women love their gardens and they like a neat lawn to complement the garden. If they can find the Grass Stitcher easy to use and to get effective results then you would have to agree that if it’s not the best lawn repair tool ever, it’s up there with the very best.

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Kids And Lawns – A Perfect Mismatch

It’s late spring and after a chilly winter, children are generally out in the yards relishing the sunshine and the freedom to play. Of course, your lawn may not appreciate the extra wear and tear, particularly if it has been an extra harsh winter. There is not a lot you can do either apart from keeping the kids of your lawn – but then, that defeats the purpose of having a good lawn.

In most cases, kids and lawns don’t go together. However, if you’re a little smarter in your lawn care, you may be able to find a midpoint that keeps everyone happy. There are grass types that do tolerate heavy traffic reasonably well. If you oversow the play areas with these seeds, you may get a blend of grass that looks good and one that wears reasonably well.

You have also got to take into account the seasons. Some grasses grow well in summer while others prefer the cooler winter months. The twist is, if you are in an area that gets very hot and dry, your kids are most likely not going to be too active during summer – at least, not over the lawns unless they receive plenty of shade. Every family is different, every lawn is different. The trick is to get the right blend of lawn that suits your family’s activities, the lawn’s aspect and the season.

To oversow worn areas with a high traffic use, grab the Grass Stitcher and break up the surface of the affected area. So sow your seed and water well. Once the seed has reached a height of two-three inches, cut it back by a third then treat as you do your entire lawn.

Kids and lawns are not a great match – but a little research can change that dramatically.

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Growing Lawns In High Rainfall Areas

You can grow grass almost anywhere and while many consider hot dry areas to be the hardest, the opposite is actually true. Areas that receive a lot of rain can be difficult when it comes to creating a great lawn. Most grasses don’t like a lot of water, certainly not over an extended period of time. Areas like the northwest can be difficult, but there are a few tricks that can make life easier.

The only way to have a well established lawn in high rainfall areas is to provide an area that minimizes the amount of water on the ground. If rain pools, your lawn will suffer. You should really create your lawn in these areas from scratch. This is not always practical but if you can, follow these basic principles.

Soil - a good well draining soil is a must. Increase the sand content before sowing your seed.

Slope – changing the slope is the only long term solution. Anything from 1 to 6 degrees is acceptable; just be sure the slope runs away from buildings.

Flow – if water is running from other areas across your lawn, put in place some for diversion so the water runs around your lawn, not over it.

For lawns that are already in place, you can divert the flow of any water coming from other parts of your property and you can add sand to the soil to add extra drainage. Sand can be added on a regular basis using the Grass Stitcher to break up the surface then raking sand across the top of the lawn. Don’t cover the grass crowns and give it time to work its way down into the soil.

You can also slowly adjust the slope of the lawn by adding small amounts of topsoil. The difficulty with adding topsoil is that any heavy rain received could wash it away before the grass takes hold. Be sure to select the driest time of year to do it. Reduce the amount of water that lies on your lawn and your lawn will perform well.

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Eco Friendly Lawn Care And The Law

Now you may be wondering what the law has to do with lawn care. Let’s face it, it’s your home, it’s your lawn, and if you want Bluegrass, Bermuda or Rye, it should be up to you. Generally speaking, it is, although in some states there is legislation that bans the use of certain grasses. These tend to be the ones that can spread quickly and take over native vegetation.

However, when it come to eco friendly lawn care, the law in most states does play a big role. If you are moving from one state to another, don’t assume that you can apply the same gardening philosophy in your new home. Many states now have legislation in place that bans the use of herbicides and pesticides unless you are a licensed professional.

Likewise, in some areas there are restrictions on the types of fertilizers you can use. This is particularly so in areas where run off goes into major water ways and drinking water catchment areas. In states that have these restrictions, you shouldn’t be able to purchase any of these products across the counter. If you have brought supplies with you when moving to a new home, be sure to check with your local authorities before applying them.

Rather than using a range of chemicals that could be dangerous to the environment, take an eco friendly lawn care approach. When it comes to fertilizer, use a lawn specific type that is available over the counter in your area. When it comes to pest and diseases, treat the cause and the problem area rather than throwing chemicals around.

Tools like the Grass Stitcher can help to quickly repair any damaged areas without harming the general environment. And by the way, it’s generally far cheaper and quicker to use an eco friendly lawn care approach than it is to hire a licensed person to treat any problems.

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The Perfect Lawn Repair Tools For Pet Damage

Clover – The Champion All Round Ground Cover

What’s The Worlds Best Lawn Repair Tool?

Kids And Lawns – A Perfect Mismatch

Growing Lawns In High Rainfall Areas

Eco Friendly Lawn Care And The Law

Grass Stitcher Testimonials and Reviews