There are numerous ways to make an the difference in your lawn's care without using toxic chemicals. These methods are safe and healthy for your pets, family members and the natural environment.


Organic methods prioritize cultural controls such as aerating and mowing up high, which helps strengthen grass's natural resistance to pests and weeds. They encourage earthworms, who are attracted by them to aerate and leave castings that increase the activity of microbial organisms. This reduces compaction.

Improved Soil Health


Healthy soil is a good source of many microorganisms that digest and convert nutrients into soluble food that plants' roots absorb. A lawn with an abundance of beneficial organisms is more resistant to pests and diseases.


Also, soil health improves the retention of water. This makes the system more resilient to drought and less vulnerable to water shortages.


Organic fertilizers provide the right amount of essential nutrients, including nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) in their biodegradable and natural forms. They release them slowly over time, promoting healthier soil and root systems of plants.


The best method to determine your soil's nutrient needs is to conduct a soil test, available at your local University of Rhode Island Extension center at no cost. A soil test can reveal any deficiencies in nutrients , and determine the amount of a particular mineral, organic yard, or biostimulant should be applied.

Less Fertilizing


Synthetic fertilizers (also called chemical fertilizers or inorganic fertilizers) were invented after WWII to boost yields of crops. They are typically made of natural gas, rock fragments, or nitrogen gas.


Inorganic fertilizers are applied to soils and provide nutrients in the form of ammonium or Nitrate ions. The nutrients in these forms are readily available for plants' immediate uptake and can result in rapid growth and greenery.


Chemicals can alter the pH balance of soil and cause toxic buildup of some nutrients. They can also damage the soil's structure and its ability to hold water and nutrients.


Organic fertilizers improve the soil's structure and improve its ability to hold water. Organic fertilizers can promote soil microorganism activity which is vital for healthy soil. This will in turn improve the quality of the soil and decreases the need to weed.

Less Weeds


When your lawn is chemical free, it is less likely for weeds to grow. It's also a safer place for kids and pets to play.


A lawn that is weed-free will be more sustainable in the long run. When chemicals are used to manage weeds, they can deplete the soil of its natural ability to fight the weeds.


The weeds will begin to overpower healthy grass, causing problems such as dandelions and crabgrass.


It is also a good idea to trim your grass higher than normal and remove more leaves in one go to ensure that grass roots can replace them with food sources.


Another effective way to fight weeds is to include organic mulches in the soil. The mulch of grazing clippings, bark and straw are a great way to keep weeds away and also add nutrients to the soil.

Better Water Retention


A chemical-free lawn will retain and drain water better than soil that has been heavily fertilized with synthetic fertilizers. This stops runoff from contaminating groundwater or surface water, as well as the habitats of animals.


Healthy soils are also good for the environment since they aid in retaining carbon in the atmosphere. This is a crucial safeguard against climate change. Additionally, healthy soils contain many beneficial microbes that break down and release nutrients from the waste products.


This makes the lawn more self sufficient as the nutrients it requires can be stored and can be used when needed. A soil test can help determine if your soil is lacking in vital minerals. This can be easily remedied by applying mineral supplements. They can be made with natural sources, like seaweed extract or kelp, fish emulsion or plant hormones.