GrassCycling
Questions, Answers & Misconceptions
Does GrassCycling cause thatch?
Research has
shown that thatch is composed primarily of grass roots, stems, rhizomes
and other plant materials commonly associated with over watering and over
fertilizing. These plant materials decompose slowly because they contain
large amounts of fibrous materials called lignin. Grass clippings are
mostly water, 75%, and decompose quickly. If your lawn develops thatch
more than ½ inch thick it is important to reduce it by aerating your
lawn.
Does GrassCycling make your lawn look bad?
If
a lawn is properly mowed, watered, and fertilized, GrassCycling can
produce a healthier lawn. Just remember do not mow wet grass and follow
the 1/3 rule so that clippings can filter to the soil and not stay on the
surface producing clumping or hay-like effects.
GrassCycling may not always be an option. Long
periods of wet weather, mower break downs, infrequent mowing or any other
reason that large quantities of clippings will be generated it is wise to
rake the clippings away and continue GrassCycling next time. Instead of
trashing these clippings consider using them in a compost pile. You can
also spread them around trees, flowerbeds, gardens, and shrubs as mulch.
If applied about 1 inch thick they can reduce weeds, moderate soil
temperature, and control soil splatter.
Bagged clippings account for 20% to 50% of solid
waste entering landfills between the months of March and September.
GrassCycling is part of a lawn care plan that helps eliminate this
unnecessary waste and at the same time contributes to a naturally healthy
lawn. It is easy, economical, and good for the environment so remember to
cut it, leave it and watch it thrive. GrassCycling, the secret is out of
the bag!
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