As more and more attention is given to the environment and the steps we can take to protect it, homeowners strong in numbers continue to do their fair share. The recycling of glass, paper, aluminum, and plastic continues to be on the rise in homes across the country; and now, families are even turning to ways to make their homes “green” – using solar power, natural fibers, energy saving light bulbs, and water reducing faucets. There has even been attention given to the upkeep of the suburban lawn, as homeowners make an effort to practice only organic lawn care.

Organic lawn care is any practice that nurtures a lawn within the guidelines of that which is good for the environment. In essence, this means the elimination of chemical weed killers and pesticides. Practicing organic lawn care simply means the avoidance of any chemical product that can in any way harm the environment – including animal life.

Instead, those interested in organic lawn care can use organic fertilizer – found in most home and garden stores – mixed with compost for an environmentally friendly lawn; use mulch in landscaped areas; and use only herbal pest repellants when necessary.

When mowing your lawn, organic lawn care stipulates the leaving of grass clippings directly on the lawn where they can break into compost and regenerate the soil. You may even want to think about limiting the size of your lawn, thus conserving a tremendous amount of water.

When choosing plants for landscaping, choose those plants indigenous to your area, thus reducing the amount of water and fertilizer they will need.

A visit to your local home and garden store will yield an enormous amount of information about organic lawn care, including what products are acceptable to use and what alternatives there are to rid your lawn of weeds, rodents, and other undesirables that won't compromise the environment.

Or, you can find quite a bit of reading material at your local library or bookstore that offers tips on maintaining a green home including the implementation of organic lawn care. The Internet can also be a comprehensive resource on organic lawn care and the steps you can take to keep your property within environmental guidelines.