Planting Grass Soon?
How to Read a Seed Tag... Before buying seed, you'll want to know what's actually in the bag. Seed tags (required by law) will tell you the facts about seed quality. % Pure Seed:
This figure tells how much of the contents are actually seed. The higher the percentage, the better the value. % Other Ingredients:
Amount of other crop seeds, inert matter, and weed seeds included. The higher this number, the less seed you are getting. % Germination:
How much of the grass seed in the bag really grew under actual testing. The higher the percentage, the better the quality of germination. Repairing Your Lawn If your lawn has problem areas due to disease, an accidental fertilizer spill or just an area where the grass plants are thin, Agway has solutions to fit your needs. There are 3 basic ways to repair problem areas: patching with sod, patching with seed and overseeding. The method you choose depends of what caused the need for repair and the season of the year. For small bare areas or those damaged by disease, sod or seed is best. Patching by overseeding is best used for larger areas where grass is thin. Repairing your lawn is best performed in the spring or fall. Timing also depends on the region you live in and the variety of grass you intend to use. Your Agway dealer can help you choose what's right for you. Read the entire article... The Benefits of Organic Mulch Organic mulches are mulches that are made from previously living materials, such as pine bark or wood chips. They come in many varieties and textures. Most gardeners know that a good mulch will help to prevent the germination of weeds, but there are many other benefits to having a good layer of mulch over the bare soil areas in your landscape. Read the entire article... | 
