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How to control your weeds in 7 Steps – Lawn Care 101
TL;DR Weed control works best as part of a full lawn care system, not on its own. Mow frequently, keep grass about 2.75-3 inches high, and bag clippings if weeds are present. Regular mowing thickens grass, limits weed growth, and…
Will the real corn gluten please stand up?
TL;DR Many sellers mislabel or dilute corn gluten products, making them ineffective. Only genuine corn gluten meal with 58-60% protein works for weed prevention. Apply 15 pounds per 1,000 square feet before weeds germinate for results. Substitutes like corn gluten…
How to stop Crabgrass from spreading
TL;DR Prevent crabgrass from spreading by removing seed heads before they drop; pulling roots isn’t necessary. Bag and trash seed tillers instead of composting to avoid spreading seeds elsewhere. Reseed bare areas in fall to promote healthy grass that blocks…
Take Action Against Weeds: What You Can do to Reduce Weeds – Before & After Photos
TL;DR Weed control methods are limited in Ontario—no quick chemical fixes, so consistent action is essential. Keep your lawn healthy: mow and water properly to prevent weeds from gaining a foothold. Remove flowers before seeds form: cut off weed blooms…
Does Rolling Your Lawn Really Work? Guide – How To Fix a Bumpy Lawn Properly
TL;DR Rolling Ineffectiveness: Rolling a lawn doesn’t effectively flatten bumps; light rollers are insufficient, while heavy rollers cause soil compaction. Soil Compaction Issues: Compacted soil restricts water and oxygen flow, leading to unhealthy grass roots. Recommended Practices: Instead of rolling,…
Weed Control in Toronto & GTA
Guide To Fiesta® Lawn Weed Killer: Top-Rated Weed Control Near You Fiesta® Lawn Weed Killer is a versatile, patented weed control product the lawn experts at LawnSavers use because it is ideal for lawn care and weed removal: Works quickly…
Black Medic Weed on Lawns
What is Black Medic Weed? We received an email the other day asking what is the best way to control the weed Black Medic weed on home lawns. Black Medic (Medicago lupulina) is a difficult-to-control weed due to its small…
Frequent mowing is critical right now
The wet wet weather we are having is making greenery grow extremely well in the GTA right now. This is a two-sided coin though, because lawns can get overgrown and dandelions and other weeds are growing well too. The simple…
Hazard Alert: Giant Hogweed spreading in Ontario
Giant hogweed, (Heracleum mantegazzianum), is an invasive new weed that is colonizing in some parts of Ontario, eastern Provinces and Western Canada. Locally, it has been found in Ottawa, Halton region, Waterloo, Markham and the Don River valley in Toronto according…
Are you mowing your lawn often enough?
I had an unexpected, but not unwelcome job to do this Tuesday. I had stepped out, as I usually do, to quickly patrol my lawn to see if any dandelions had come up, so I could pull the flowers to stop…
