[ Impress your favorite gardener this year with these holiday gift ideas. Photo credit: Kira auf der Heide on Unsplash ] Winter is coming and it's time to start thinking about the holidays! There’s still plenty of time to shop for the gardener on your list, and here are some ideas to
Knowing how to water your lawn in a drought can be stressful. Lawn Survival in Heat Waves and Droughts As we weather the effects of climate change (pun intended), many of you have expressed concerns about the extreme heat we’ve had this year, including watering during a drought. We share your
Over the last few years, there has been a lot of news about a new idea called “bee lawns.” A bee lawn is a beautiful solution if you want to keep a lawn space, but also allow space for bees to collect nectar and spread their pollinator power. Here, we’ll discuss bee lawns and
In our newest blog installment, Bob gives us some gems of wisdom on how the height of your mowing impacts your weed situation. What is the best height, and why? Lawn mowing is seldom thought of as a weed control tool. But poor mowing practices can cause many lawn problems, including weeds. If grass
As so often happens in uncertain times, whether it is war, economic turmoil, or a pandemic, people want to start raising their own food. The slightest hint of food insecurity creates an urge to control part of our food supply. Many of us turn to veggie gardens, or as they were called during WWII,
Landscaping companies across Minnesota have been granted exemption status from the state-wide Shelter-in-Home order that is currently in effect. Our company has been included in this, and here at Organic Bob, we realize this is a large responsibility in many aspects: to the health of our employees and our families, and the health
Photo by John Silliman on Unsplash This is the first in a series of posts where we ask Organic Bob Dahm himself questions we've all been wondering. In this installment, we are going to talk about the basics: why does Organic Bob care SO MUCH about the microbes living in soil? Read ahead to find
[ Pesticides kill pollinators which can devastate the ecosystem. Photo by Zenera on Flickr ] Commercial pesticides are commonly used by home and business owners to eliminate weeds, kill insects, and prevent fungal growth. However, the dangers of pesticides outweigh their benefits; the toxic chemicals that prevent some issues can also do a
[ Healthy soil is full of microbes that help your lawn flourish. Photo by Gabriel Jimenez on Unsplash ] Many people have turned to organic lawn care products and techniques in recent years because it allows them to be more eco-friendly and enjoy healthier grass. While homeowners see a difference in their lawns,
The type of lawn care products you use can truly make a difference in the appearance and health of your grass. To keep your grass in good shape, it’s important to use additive-free products. Many companies claim their products are all natural, but they may still use synthetic materials in them. Once you understand the benefits