Lawns: Natural And Organic (Lone Pine) (Paperback)

~ Don Williamson (Author)

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Product Description

Want to grow a lawn that is the envy of the neighbourhood? Veteran garden writer and turf expert Don Williamson has written a timely new book that provides comprehensive knowledge and information on how to grow and maintain a chemical-free lawn. Filled with photos and illustrations, the topics covered include: - how to prepare the soil for seeding or sodding - how to check your soil for proper drainage - how to establish the correct grade for your lawn - planting strategies for seeding and sodding - the best turfgrass species for your lawn - instructions for effective mowing, edging, watering, fertilizing and aerating - integrated pest management for your lawn - identifying lawn problems, troubleshooting and strategies for repair - a yearly calendar you can use for maintaining your lawn

About the Author

DON WILLIAMSON, who turned a passion for gardening into his life's work, has a varied background in landscaping, golf course construction and golf course management. He is coauthor of over a dozen popular gardening guides and has extensive experience in the design and construction of both annual and perennial beds in formal landscape settings. Don has a degree in applied horticultural technology and professional certificates in turf management.

Product Details

• Paperback: 159 pages
• Publisher: Lone Pine Publishing (February 15, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 9768200146
• ISBN-13: 978-9768200143
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,572,379 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Strongly recommended to all homeowners, landscapers and professional gardeners considering the renovation a lawn, May 8, 2006

By	Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

Lawns Natural And Organic by lawncare expert Don Williamson is an extensive, profusely illustrated collection of innovative, comprehensive tips and strategies for the overall maintenance of quality gardens and lawns for central and northern range of botanical environment in America. Introducing readers to an expansive exploration of the most common turfgrass species, soil and their nutrient requirements, planning for existing light and water conditions, lawn installation techniques, maintenance, including fertilization, aerating and thatch control, pest management for insects, weeds and diseases, troubleshooting for lawn repair and renovation, an annual lawn maintenance calendar, and low-maintenance and groundcover alternatives, Lawns Natural And Organic diligently compiles all the necessary information for creating, organizing, and maintaining a beautiful lawn. Lawns Natural And Organic is very strongly recommended to all homeowners, landscapers and professional gardeners considering the renovation a lawn -- as well those in the profession of lawn maintenance for its outstanding and invaluable knowledge of lawn upkeep.