It’s April, which means warm weather, green grass, and flowering plants are on their way. And as spring arrives, 30 million acres of turf across the nation is turning green and growing. The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) observes the importance of lawns and their aesthetic and environmental benefits during National Lawn Care Month each April.
| ABOUT INDUSTRY BUZZ |
Each week, our industry experts will tackle a variety of topics that affect the industry and discuss how those issues can impact you as a green industry professional. This week, PLANET outlines the benefits of a healthy lawn in honor of National Lawn Care Month. Be sure to share your thoughts on the Lawn & Landscape Message Board. Let's get the buzz going! |
Did You Know:
- Well-cared-for lawns can significantly increase your clients’ property values.
- A healthy lawn is of utmost importance to our environment. A 50-foot by 50-foot lawn produces enough oxygen for a family of four.
- Lawns cool the atmosphere. Eight healthy front lawns have the cooling effect of 70 tons of air conditioning, which is enough for 16 average homes.
- Grass converts carbon dioxide to oxygen, a process that helps clear the air.
- Dense, healthy grass slows water runoff, removing contaminants and trapping soil. Fresh, filtered water returns to the underground water supply.
Be proactive in April and propose lawn care programs for your clients that ensure both a healthy and beautiful lawn throughout the year.
Visit the PLANET Web site for more resources.
Latest from Lawn & Landscape
- Hilltip adds extended auger models
- What 1,000 techs taught us
- Giving Tuesday: Project EverGreen extends Bourbon Raffle deadline
- Atlantic-Oase names Ward as CEO of Oase North America
- JohnDow Industries promotes Tim Beltitus to new role
- WAC Landscape Lighting hosts webinar on fixture adjustability
- Unity Partners forms platform under Yardmaster brand
- Fort Lauderdale landscaper hospitalized after electrocution
