As fellow advocates for sustainable practices, we know firsthand the importance of quality compost in nurturing vibrant, healthy landscapes. Black Earth Compost has been a trailblazer in the organic waste management industry, consistently providing top-notch compost that enriches soil and promotes lush, thriving gardens.

Maintaining a lush, green lawn in New England comes with its fair share of challenges, especially when it comes to dealing with turf grass diseases. In particular, fungal turf diseases can wreak havoc on your lawn if left unchecked.

Instinctively, every homeowner wishes to maximize curb appeal, and the condition of your lawn plays a large part in the overall appearance of your home. We believe it's time to reconsider what constitutes the “perfect” lawn, and that’s where clover comes in. Clover is an often underappreciated yet incredibly beneficial addition to any green space. Here's some of the science to support why the presence of clover in your yard should actually be welcomed!

Over time, the soil in lawns becomes compacted. This can be caused from a variety of factors, including regular wear and tear from kids and pets and any heavy construction equipment used for remodeling projects. Grass roots need air to breathe and space to grow. Compacted soil strangles and suffocates grass roots and makes it difficult for new grass to take root. Aeration will loosen up the compacted soil and free up space for grass to grow.

The 5 keys to lawn care success are interdependent, and if they are all in place, they will provide outstanding results. If any of the keys are not present, poor results will follow. At Velvet Green we provide three of the five keys to a successful lawn; the other two are dependent on the client.

Day length – Grass absorbs sunlight and carbon dioxide through its leaves to produce sugar and oxygen, a process called photosynthesis, which you may remember from science class. Grass will grow more as the sun’s rays become stronger and the days become longer.