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Author/Reviewed By: Josh Miller, Sales Manager: Baker Lime & North America Minerals Published: 3/3/2017 – Updated: 10/25/2023 In general, it’s best not to apply lime, seed and fertilizer at the same time. You typically want to apply agricultural lime before fertilizer for acidic soil, or fertilizer before lime for nutrient-deficient soil. Seed comes after either … Read more
As technology updates and your old tools become outdated, how to dispose of them responsibly becomes a pressing issue. One such tool is the old lawn mower, which cant simply be tossed in the trash due to its potential environmental impact. With this in mind, our team of junk removal experts are bringing you some … Read more
Despite their creepy-crawly name, spider plants (Chlorophytum comosum) are among the most popular houseplants to grow. Spider plants are moderately fast-growing plants. Their rosettes of slender, gently arching leaves stretch from around 12 to 18 inches long. The leaves are green or striped green and white. Mature plants regularly send out long stems that bear … Read more
Sometimes you come across a tool that solves so many problems you wonder how you went so long without hearing about it. The Clarington Forge rubber rake is one of those tools. I’ll forgive you for asking, because if you remember our review of the rubber rake from last year, Amy Stewart had the exact … Read more
Scarifying is a vital maintenance technique that removes moss or dead organic material from your lawn. Leaving moss and other debris on your lawn can suffocates the roots of the grass, depriving them of nutrients and encouraging further weed growth. Follow our step by step guide for top tips for lawn scarification. Scarifying is an … Read more
This week marks my two year anniversary here on the Nature’s Seed blog. From seed bombs to backyard putting greens, from Native American legends and snow mold, I’ve covered a wide range of topics that have hopefully been interesting and helpful. Besides my weekly blog updates I also answer customer inquiries and emails each day. … Read more
When to Plant Peas in Zone 6 for a Successful Crop Peas are a cool-season vegetable that can be grown in zones 3-10, making them a great choice for gardeners in zone 6. Zone 6 covers a large part of the country spanning from Oregon across to Massachusetts and down to Tennessee. This zone has … Read more
A beautiful lawn is a marvelous thing, but they do take a lot of expense and effort. There are a lot of costs, such as fuel for lawnmowers, fertilizers, and pesticides. They need a lot of water too! Three easy and low maintenance alternatives to having a traditional landscaped lawn are clover, creeping thyme, and … Read more
A beautiful lush lawn is the dream for many homeowners. But getting grass seed to germinate and grow into a thick green carpet requires careful attention to timing, techniques and temperatures. Understanding the ideal germination temperature for different grass species ensures your seeding success. Why Germination Temperature Matters Temperature directly impacts if and how quickly … Read more
As summer fades into fall and the temperatures drop, we find ourselves looking for ways to keep warm and cozy. We pull out sweaters, reluctantly turn the thermostat up, and spend our evenings under quilts and blankets. Just like people, plants also dislike the cold and need to be bundled up during the winter in … Read more