by Nicole Selby | Feb 18, 2016 | Sustainability Topics
Perhaps you noticed patches of blue grass in front of Parrish and Clothier Halls last fall. No, that’s not what the famed “bluegrass” turf species looks like. The unusual color came from a dye mixed into a mineral-based herbicide. It was applied to suppress some...
by Nicole Selby | Aug 6, 2014 | Sustainability Topics
Although the combined 6 ½ acres of organic lawns below Parrish Hall are thriving, you might have noticed three large brown patches in front of Mertz Dorm. These are areas where we are killing off a pernicious weed, Cynodon dactylon, aka. wiregrass, bermudagrass,...
by Nicole Selby | Oct 4, 2013 | Pests & Diseases, Sustainability Topics
If, in late summer, you notice a cloud of wasps careening in arcs and figure eights across the surface of the grass, don’t be alarmed and don’t reach for the pesticides. Celebrate these native beneficials that consume grub larvae and pollinate flowers! They are...
by Nicole Selby | May 2, 2012 | Book Reviews
by Marc Remillard Get inspired and empowered to use compost tea with confidence. Compost Tea Making is a short book covering all you need to know to start using compost tea on vegetables, flowers, orchards, vineyards, and lawns. It addresses when, why, and how to use...
by Nicole Selby | Mar 17, 2011 | Garden Practices, Happenings, Scott in the News, Special Interest
The Scott Arboretum has published a brochure detailing the concept, practices and research behind the Organic Lawn Initiative. You can view it online at http://www.scottarboretum.org/publications/OrganicLawnBrochure2-11.pdf or pick up a copy from the brochure box at...
