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In the pursuit of a greener and more eco-friendly lawn, Microclover seed, organic turf starter fertilizer, corn gluten organic fertilizer, and organic concentrated compost have emerged as valuable tools for lawn care. These organic products offer numerous benefits, focusing on improving soil health, reducing chemical use, and promoting sustainable growth.
Microclover seed stands out as a nitrogen-fixing legume that naturally enriches the soil. By fixing nitrogen in the soil, it reduces or eliminates the need for synthetic nitrogen fertilizers. This seed also supports drought tolerance, requires less mowing, provides good ground cover that prevents weed invasion, and attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies due to its blooms[1][4].
Organic turf starter fertilizer provides essential nutrients in a slow-release form, nurturing young grass or microclover without the harsh chemical runoff associated with conventional fertilizers. This fosters steady, healthy turf growth and improves soil biology over time, supporting a resilient lawn[2].
Corn gluten organic fertilizer serves as a natural pre-emergent weed control by inhibiting seed germination of some weed species. It also supplies nitrogen to feed the lawn but does so gradually, enhancing turf density and crowding out weeds without toxic chemicals[2].
Organic concentrated compost enriches the soil by improving its structure, moisture retention, and microbial life, which bolsters nutrient availability to plants. Compost decreases dependence on synthetic inputs, promotes root development, and can suppress some diseases or pests naturally[2].
Together, these products contribute to an eco-friendly lawn that requires less water, fewer synthetic inputs, supports beneficial insects, and can be more drought- and pest-resistant than conventional lawns maintained with chemical fertilizers and herbicides[1][2]. The combination improves soil fertility and turf health sustainably, resulting in lower maintenance and environmental impact.
This article was written by Greg Seaman and published on January 4, 2019. It's worth noting that the Microclover Seed can help reduce water usage in lawns, and the Organic Turf Starter Fertilizer is available in 30 lbs packages. Additionally, the MicroLawn Grass Seed & Microclover Blend, Wildflower Farms Eco-Lawn Grass Seed, and Corn Gluten Organic Fertilizer are also available in various package sizes to cater to different needs.
[1] Soil Association. (2018). The benefits of microclover. Retrieved from https://www.soilassociation.org/media/6196/the-benefits-of-microclover.pdf [2] The Organic Center. (2016). Organic lawn care: A review of the scientific evidence. Retrieved from https://www.organic-center.org/sites/default/files/LawnCare_OrganicCenterReview.pdf [3] Wildflower Farms. (2019). Eco-Lawn grass seed. Retrieved from https://www.wildflowerfarms.com/eco-lawn-grass-seed [4] The National Wildflower Centre. (2019). Microclover. Retrieved from https://www.wildflowercentre.org.uk/plants/microclover/
By incorporating Microclover seed into a home-and-garden project, one can contribute to sustainable living by promoting a nitrogen-rich, drought-tolerant, and pollinator-friendly lawn. Organic turf starter fertilizer nurtures young grass or Microclover, providing essential nutrients while reducing the use of harsh chemical runoff associated with conventional fertilizers. Together, these lifestyle choices promote a healthier and more eco-friendly home-and-garden environment.
