Here are some great tips for being green while growing your green!

1. Use grass clippings as mulch. Whether this means you collect them in a bag and spread them out where yu need them, or just setting it so it leaves it on the lawn. If do not want to use it in your yard, you can add it to your compost! 

2. Buy electric equipment. Gas guzzling lawn mowers can take a toll on your wallet, and some of the electric versions are almost as good as its gaz guzzling cousin. Electric tools for trimming are also great.  

3. Water infrequently. Not watering as often can make the roots grow deeper, meaning that it will not have to be watered as often becuase it will reach deeper into the soil that is moister than the top layers. Water grass when it is beginning to curl.

4. Pull weeds by hand and mow over them. The more you torture them, the less ability they will have to grow. 

5. Raise your lawn mowers height. You should not be cutting your grass too short becuase it will not grow well.

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