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Healthy Lawn Care Program for Watershed Protection MICHIGAN GREEN INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION MEMBERS OFFER LAWN CARE OPTIONS TO PROTECT OUR LAKES, RIVERS & STREAMS
HLCP providers offer consumers additional lawn care options to protect the watershed. The key components of the program are: On-site consultations, soil nutrient testing, fertilizer options (including at least 50% slow-release fertilizer), fertilizer quantities of either two, three or four pounds of nitrogen applied over the growing season (depending on type of turf), low or NO-phosphorus options, advice to homeowners on proper maintenance and cultural practices, such as, mowing and watering. Pesticide options for insect and disease control may include programs such as: no pesticide, spot-treatment for weeds or one-time "rescue operation" for weed control. Please encourage your lawn care company to participate in the Healthy Lawn Program for Watershed Protection!
Endorsed MGIA Lawn Care Professionals
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