Soil requires protection from the elements to prevent erosion and nutrient depletion. Grass or alternative turf solutions are typically the answer for most of the yard.  Turf, however, often isn’t an option in other areas like around trees, plantings, home foundations, and on steep slopes and... Read More The post When to use Rock or Wood Mulch to Protect Soil appeared first on Organic Lawns by Lunseth ..read more

A yard without leaves and a garden without dead stalks sticking up all winter long brings a sense of satisfaction. But at Organic Bob we promote a love of untidy lawns and gardens. These organic materials serve to nurture the soil and also provide shelter for... Read More The post Winter Love for Untidy Lawns & Gardens appeared first on Organic Lawns by Lunseth ..read more

Freezing temperatures, heavy snowfall, and strong winds are a fact of life during the winter. But this drastic change in climate conditions can also spell trouble for outdoor plants. Though you can transport many container plants indoors, landscaping plants like trees or shrubs aren’t meant to... Read More The post How to Protect Plants in the Winter appeared first on Organic Lawns by Lunseth ..read more

Freezing temperatures, heavy snowfall, and strong winds are a fact of life during the winter. But this drastic change in climate conditions can also spell trouble for outdoor plants. Though you can transport many container plants indoors, landscaping plants like trees or shrubs aren’t meant to... Read More The post How to Protect Plants in the Winter appeared first on Organic Lawns by Lunseth ..read more

The first frost of the year has come and gone. Yet, temperatures continue to fluctuate as we head into the winter months.  Depending on where you live in the Midwest, local temperatures can jump to 50°F (or above) in the daytime and fall below 32°F at... Read More The post Treating Grass After a Frost appeared first on Organic Lawns by Lunseth ..read more

With the dry heat and high temperatures of summer behind us, now is a great time to plant trees in your yard.  Why is fall the best time to plant trees, you ask?  During the fall months, trees can focus on putting down their roots vs.... Read More The post How & When to Plant Trees in Minnesota appeared first on Organic Lawns by Lunseth ..read more

Wondering if it’s better to lay sod or seed your lawn? Each method can help you achieve a lush, green landscape. However, choosing the right option for your property will depend on several factors. This includes costs, maintenance, and your lawn’s existing condition. To help you... Read More The post Sodding vs. Seeding a Lawn appeared first on Organic Lawns by Lunseth ..read more

When temperatures get too hot to stay outdoors, most of us find shade underneath a nearby tree or go inside our homes to cool off for a bit. Our lawns, however, don’t have this luxury. Instead, they remain under the intense heat of the sun. And... Read More The post Caring for a Heat-Stressed Lawn appeared first on Organic Lawns by Lunseth ..read more

Just last month, Minnesotans found themselves stuck in the middle of a heat wave—with some areas reaching 100° F. Though extreme temperatures are nothing new to those of us living in the Midwest region, it doesn’t make the experience any less stressful. And that type of... Read More The post Is It Too Hot to Mow the Lawn? appeared first on Organic Lawns by Lunseth ..read more

Most of us don’t mind spending the time, energy, or money it takes to achieve a healthy, well-manicured lawn. After all, it’s a labor of love. And seeing your landscape come to life makes all that extra effort worth it. What most of us “don’t” like,... Read More The post Common Types of Lawn Problems appeared first on Organic Lawns by Lunseth ..read more