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What is Integrated Pest
Management, of IPM?
An IPM program is one designed to create a healthy lawn with sufficient plant strength
and density to survive weed, insect and disease attacks with minimum pesticide use. An IPM
program must consider your lawn's specific needs and overall condition. An IPM program
requires the support of proper cultural practices including:
ˇ Proper mowing practices
ˇ Regular watering at a rate that ensures retained moisture levels throughout the root
zone
ˇ Core aeration designed to promote root development through reduced soil compaction,
improve nutrient and moisture absorption, and discourage thatch development
ˇ Programmed seeding or sodding, to enhance lawn density, and to enhance appearance by
controlling undesirable grasses and weeds
ˇ Fertilization to provide essential nutrients that may be deficient in your lawn
ˇ The pH balancing treatments (lime or sulfur) to achieve proper soil acidity levels and
improved nutrient absorption
ˇ Regular inspections of lawn areas for early detection of pest presence
Simply put, IPM is using the best mix of cultural techniques and discreet use of chemical
products in a program of Integrated Pest Management. Your cooperation in mowing, watering
and regular inspections (for early detection) between the lawn care visits is important to
the success of the IPM care of your property. |
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What
do the terms "natural" and "organic" mean with regard to lawn care
products?
There are no universally accepted definitions, but possible definitions of these terms
are:
ˇ Natural….A product derived from animal/ biological, mineral or
plant sources, in a form substantially as it occurs in nature. The materials may be
altered or manipulated to put them in a physical form that allows them to be efficiently
used in the application process by the homeowner or lawn care professional.
ˇ Organic….Any substance containing the element carbon is, by
technical definition, organic. Both naturally occurring and man-made products may be
organic. The common misconception that organic and natural have the same meaning may cause
the non-technical consumer to believe that a man-made organic material is natural when it
is not.
ˇ Natural-Based….Generally used to describe a mixture of materials
that includes some materials that may be properly described as natural. The portion that
is natural is frequently undefined. The other portion may be man-made pesticides or
fertilizers.
ˇ Organic-Based….Generally used to describe a mixture of materials
that includes some organic materials. The portion of the product that is both organic and
natural is frequently undefined. The other potion may be man-made pesticides or
fertilizers. It is important to understand that "natural" or "organic"
products are not free from risk. |
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