Geneticaly Modified Human Nature

The recent debate about GMOs reveals the evolution of tweaking information and how subtly attitudes are changed. Instead of asking, "Do you prefer natural foods to man-made science experiments?" They infer that, "It is safe!" Questioning the control and authority of man then becomes futile and for certain ridicule. I don't doubt that genetics can work toward humane benefit, only strange it should be obligatory (so customary or routine as to be expected of everyone or on every occasion). Changing the meaning of propaganda is not only politically correct but also in vogue.

Soil Testing

"Residents who plant without preparing the soil often
end up with persistent lawn problems or landscape
plants that simply do not thrive. Applying fertilizer to the
soil surface after planting will not solve the problem."

"In order to have a healthy, attractive landscape,
take time to prepare the soil before you plant.
Prepare the soil wherever you plan on installing lawn or
landscape plants such as flowers, grasses, shrubs and
trees. Don’t skip this step. There is not an easy way to
go back and fix the soil once plants are installed. If you
are working with a landscape contractor, make sure soil
preparation is part of the installation plan. The first step
is to get a soil test."

Colorado State University Best Practices, Soil Preparation (.pdf)

Weed Garden

The old idea of getting at the root of the problen usually applies. Actually, disposing of seeds is quick and effective. Pop the top off dandelions and grab for whatever wants to grow, tear it up. Let grass do its thing.

Weed Seeds

There are at least three ways to get rid of weeds: Stop it. Pull it. Mutate it. Chop it up and eat it like salad. Don't let the seeds fall into the ground. Stop it before it starts. You can go for the root, but that won't do if hundreds of others start, or even another single seed falls into the hole left by a freshly pulled root. That is why corn gluten meal and some patience work better than tweaked weeds which come back year after year. It has been found that corn gluten meal has a ninety percent success rate only after four years. How's that Round Up doing again this year? If you see a dandelion seeding, pop the top and throw it into the trash; to heck with the root! Contrary to popular persuasion, it'll die with some persistance, root and all.

Efficiency

It was suggested that 4Lawns become more efficient. It may be true. Rolling along in the bike lane it occured that larger lawn companies can spend years of profits and expenses on equipment. 4Lawns may have minor problems with electric trimmers hacking through genetically modified weeds, but we are able to maintain. Manual mowers require more time and enegy, but economically are more efficient than so many typical gas hogs. It may be a matter of perspective. 4Lawns does not contribute to inflation.

Mutant weeds

I'm not a fan of evolution. GMOs cause more havoc than good. Farmers in the Midwest are running from super weeds, six inches in diameter. Many are turning their backs on GMOs. Besides, organic food tastes better.

Mow Mashers, Soil Smashers

Another thing about reel mowing, it is better for your lawn. Grass doesn't grow well on asphalt and concrete, so why drive on it? Things that require combustion tend to operate like a jack hammer. Lighten up. It doesn't hurt.