Lawn and GardenIf you are maintaining your lawn and garden organically, there will be issues in common to both. However, organic garden pest control is a bit more challenging. In either case you will want to know how to make compost and find soil supplements.
Toxins in the Environment Since the end of World War II there has been a steady increase in number of petroleum based pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers for both the garden and lawn. Initially, they were very effective and people were slow to realize the negative effect they were having on the environment. Lawn care has been a big culprit in the contamination of the soil, lakes and rivers. After chemicals are applied to the lawn, they are carried off by rain into the environment at large.
Organic Alternatives This contamination has led concerned individuals to establish organic lawn care practices. The organic vegetable garden owner shares these concerns. In addition, these individuals want to be able to eat produce that is not exposed to poison. Vegetables that are grown in soils enriched by compost and organic soil supplements have better flavour and more nutrients. Also see Organic Food for Everyone. The organic lawn may involve using nematodes to eradicate grubs as well as using grasses native to the area. Organic garden pest control may involve techniques like companion planting, encouraging natural predators etc. Follow the above links to learn more about organic lawn and garden methods.
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