Podcasts by Eco Lawn Science
This show is for the lawn care professional and the homeowner who loves their lawn, trees, and plants. We go deep on the science of it all things involving your home landscape. Interviewing some of the most seasoned, innovative and creative people in the industry to bring you something you can learn and apply.
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66- Cool Tools: PictureThis App from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
PictureThis is an incredibly useful and powerful app, available for free (although there is a paid "pro" version) for Iphones and Android phones. (We have no affiliation with this company, and we a...
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65- Cool Tools: Diagnostic Glasses from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Today Ete introduces a very cool lawn tool, Turf Stress Detection Glasses (Turf-Tec) from Turf-Tec International. (Ete has no affiliation with this company and is receiving no compensation from the...
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64- You'll Never Remember: Do Your Post-Season Review Now from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
You know how you can't remember what you had for lunch yesterday? Well, there's about a 99.9% chance that you won't remember a thing about your 2020 lawn season by next year. Did you have any funga...
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63- Topping off the season with a good Top-dressing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Here we are in November. Your lawn's been through a lot and you want to help it out as much as possible. The foundation of a good, healthy lawn is good, healthy soil. Build and balance your soil, b...
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#62- Goodnight Lawn: Prepping Your Lawn for the Winter from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Temperatures have dropped considerably, especially at night (how 'bout that 1º weather last week?). Your lawn is entering dormancy; it's going to sleep before the harsh winter. What do you need to ...
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61- Growing Roots in Fall with Doug Dickie from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Roots, roots, roots. Want a great lawn and healthy, resilient plants? You need to get those roots growing. We've had Doug Dickie of Carbon One on the show before, and he's a plant knowledge power h...
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60- Blowin' In The Wind: Watch Those Windy Day Applications from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
You may be doing your fall lawn applications right about now, the all-important last application of the season. But fall can also bring some extra windy, blustery days. Should you treat when the w...
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59- Interview with John Perry (Bio Green, Greene County Fertilizer, Lawncology) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Today, Ete sits down with John Perry, founder of Bio Green, author of the Lawncology blog and YouTube channel, and founder of Greene County Fertilizer Company.John Perry is a rockstar of the lawn c...
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58- A possible solution to a world wide problem.. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Perhaps you've seen the rather disturbing pictures of swarms of floating, dead fish. Or maybe you heard about the public health warning telling people to avoid contact with the water at Utah Lake t...
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57- Does my lawn need aeration? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Fall is a great time to aerate. Aeration, either core aeration or liquid aeration, can be very beneficial to a lawn, breaking up compaction and improving the environment for your grass. If you're o...
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56- More Water Is Not Always Better, Even If It's Cheap from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Are you lucky enough to live in a place where water is cheap? That's awesome! But you still shouldn't run your sprinklers too often or too long. Besides the waste of resources, you could be opening...
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55- Who Knew?: The Dark Side of Grass Clippings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Today's episode was inspired by a walk Ete took around his neighborhood. After a recent lawn mowing, a neighbor's lawn service had blown grass clippings into the street. So what? Well, after a litt...
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54- Mechanical Weed Removal: Let's Get Physical from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We talk a lot about weed prevention and use of chemical solutions for weed control, but there are other solutions for getting rid of weeds. You can also "mechanically," or physically remove, weeds....
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53- Meet Hunter, Noxious Weed Warrior from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week on Eco Lawn Science, Ete chats with Hunter Dalsing, a licensed technician who spends his days battling Noxious Weeds. Hunter explains what it's like to be out there fighting these invasiv...
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52- Magic Taproots and Tree Volcanoes: Some Basic Tree Care from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
While lawns are our specialty, we're branching out into trees today. Tim Morris, certified arborist and owner of Park City Tree, joins Ete for an episode on basic tree care. Are those leaf spots fr...
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51- The Final Hurdle: Helping Your Lawn Through August from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We're into August and heading towards "The Final Hurdle," as Ete refers to this last push in the struggle to keep lawns healthy through the summer. What should your expectations be for your lawn du...
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50- What's up with those lawn care subscription boxes? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Happy 50th episode! We never expected anyone to actually listen to this podcast except maybe our mom. But you're out there! And you're listening! We love that and we're so grateful to you. Really. ...
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49- Weeds and Weed Control: An Overview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Weeds. What are they and how do you get rid of them? Today's episode is an overview of weeds. Ete discusses some often overlooked steps in controlling weeds: identifying the weed, identifying the c...
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48- Could that brown patch be a localized dry spot (LDS)? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Year after year, you're seeing a brown patch develop in the same spot. You've checked and you are definitely watering the area correctly. The shape of the brown patch is inconsistent with a fungal ...
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47- How should I water my lawn? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The summer heat is here. The sun is beating down on your lawn with brutal intensity. Your lawn needs water. And it needs the right amount of water at the right times. How should you water your lawn...
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46- Do I have drought stress? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Your lawn was looking great just a few weeks ago, but now patches of your grass are turning brown. What's going on? Is it a fungus? Do you have insects? Did your lawn company burn your lawn? At thi...
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45- They're Seeds, Not Weeds: When Your Grass Goes To Seed from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
About this time of year it’s typical to see your grass doing something kind of weird-looking (see below). Your grass is seeding. Many people often mistake seeding grasses for weeds, but really your...
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44- Shoot Those Weeds! Liquid Spray Equipment Options from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The lawn's looking pretty darn good. The fertilizer you put down has really helped green it up. It's come alive. It's popping. Unfortunately the weeds are popping too. It's time to take care of tho...
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#43- Do I need the green push spreader? Some granular equipment options from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Need to put down some fertilizer? The ubiquitous green push spreader is not your only option! Depending on the size of your lawn, you might actually be happier with a hand spreader, or one of our f...
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#42- How Long Till These Weeds Die? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
You (or your lawn service) have just applied weed control to those hideous weeds on your lawn. Now how long do you have to wait until they're dead and finally out of your sight? An hour? A day? A w...
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#41- Pasture Grasses: It's May. The good news is it's not crabgrass. The bad news is it's not crabgrass. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It's an easy mistake to make, and we've all done it at some point. It's spring or early summer. We see that weird patch of grass in our lawn and think, "Oh no, crabgrass!" But in Utah and many othe...
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#40 - What Can I Do About Thistle? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Canada, musk, scotch, bull. Today we’re discussing thistle. They are undeniably striking plants, but you don’t want them on your property. Many of them are considered noxious weeds and are extremel...
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#39- It's Dandelion Season! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
For people who take pride in a perfect, green sea of lawn, can there be anything more obnoxious than that cheery, yellow head brazenly popping up in the middle of it all? Today Ete discusses one of...
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#38- Do I Need To Dethatch (or Power Rake) My Lawn? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Today Ete talks dethatching and power raking. What is thatch? When and why is it a problem? How can you determine if your lawn has too much thatch and what should you do if it does? What is power r...
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#37- Why Would I Plant Clover In My Lawn? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Today Ete discusses microclover. Planting microclover–a variety of clover with small dark, green leaves that grows low to the ground–in your lawn could be a great way for you to help keep your lawn...
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#36- Getting pH levels right for your lawn from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Today Ete talks about getting your pH right for your lawn. Acidity levels are surprisingly important to good lawn care in a couple of ways. Dialing in the correct acidity for the soil in your area ...
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#35- Comparing lawn companies? You often get what you pay for. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
There are so many things to consider when hiring a lawn service. You may receive quotes from different companies that are surprisingly wide-ranging. But price is just the beginning. What are the hi...
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#34 - Why is my neighbor's lawn waking up from winter dormancy quicker than mine? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Spring has just arrived. The sun is shining. Birds are singing. The neighbor's lawn is starting to look green and alive. So why is mine still brown and dormant? Ete takes a look at some of the fact...
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#33- What do I do about moss in my lawn? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Moss is a pretty cool looking, very interesting, non-vascular plant. But chances are, you don't want it in your lawn. Today Ete discusses moss: why it's growing in your lawn and what you can do abo...
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#32- Does my lawn even need fertilizer? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ete realizes that having grown up with a gardening mom, and having himself been in the fert business since the age of 14, fertilization has always just been part of life, not something that he's ev...
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#31 - Does my lawn need lime? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Should you be putting lime on your lawn? Ete discusses what lime is, what it does for your lawn, how to know if your lawn needs it, and how to apply it if it does.
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#30 - Voles: Super Cute, Super Damaging from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this episode, Ete discusses voles. Those furry little faces may be adorable, but voles sure can cause trouble in your lawn and gardens. Today, Ete talks about these rodents: why they’re a proble...
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#29- Save up to 50% on your water bill using this product! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This product claims to save you up to 50% on your water bill. Using smart technology it utilizes the moisture around your plants and lawn and converts it to liquid H20. Much of the water we apply t...
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#28- When is the best time to seed my lawn? Cool season grass (Kentucky Bluegrass) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We get this question a lot so, so here's a mini episode with my thoughts.In Utah (cool season grass) I recommend seeding in the fall when there are a lot fewer variables to work around and the weat...
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#27- The 3 Things You Need For A Great Lawn from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Just because you are hiring a lawn company does not mean everything will be perfect and that you do not have to do anything. In this episode we talk about the three main parts to a healthy lawn and...
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#26- Lawn Mowing Tips for a Healthy Lawn from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How high should I set my mower blades?How often should I mow?What do I need to do to maintain my mower so I don't injure my grass?What are the benefits of mowing my grass higher instead of keeping ...
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#25- Pre-Emergents from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As spring rolls around, you'll see plenty of people putting down pre-emergents on their lawns and beds. Is this a good idea? We'll talk about what pre-emergents are, how they work, and some of the ...
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#24- The Basics of Weed Control from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This is a beginners guide to weed control. We start with the most basic overview of what they are, how they work, and which one to choose. This episode is not for the advanced lawn experts, or thos...
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#23 - The Pros and Cons of Fish Fertilizer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Did you know you can fertilize your plants and lawn with fish guts? In this episode I discuss how it works, what kind to get, what it is best for and some of the pros and cons of using fish as a fe...
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#22- Civitas WEEDfree - A newer product that is effective and eco-friendly from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This weed control scored a 6 in EIQ (environmental impact quotient) which is pretty low (that's a good thing) for a weed control. In this episode I discuss how it works, it's impact on the environm...
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#21- Finalsan Weed Control: A Roundup Alternative from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This is one of my my favorite products. It is an organic alternative to Round-Up and is made from soap of fatty acid. In this episode, I discuss the pros and cons of this product.
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#20- Download this app and make a difference! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
#20- Download this app and make a difference!
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#19 - Interview with Spencer Ingley, PhD from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
#19 - Interview with Spencer Ingley, PhD
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#18- Interview With Certified Arborist (and Entrepreneur) John Walters from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Interview with certified arborist (and entrepreneur) John Walters
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#17- Grey/Pink Snow Mold Fungus (lawn) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Grey/Pink Snow mold fungus (lawn)
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#16- The RoundUp (glyphosate) Debate from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The RoundUp (glyphosate) Debate
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#15- Should I over-seed, hydro-seed, or sod? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
#15- Should I over-seed, hydro-seed, or Sod?
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#14- Robot Lawn Mowers - Pros and Cons - Will they replace humans in the near future? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Robot Lawn Mowers - Pros and Cons - Will they replace humans in the near future
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#13- N-P-K: Understanding fertilizer bags, micro and macro nutrients, nitrogen and granular fertilizer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
N-P-K Understanding fertilizer bags, micro and macro nutrients, nitrogen and granular fertilizer
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#12- Compost Tea- My 10 years of researching, brewing and testing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Compost Tea- My 10 years of researching, brewing and testing
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#11- Soil Samples - How to take them, where to find them, and how to read the results from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Soil Samples - How to take them, where to find them, and how to read the results
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#10- Soil Food Web - A new approach to plant and lawn health from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Soil Food Web - A new approach to plant and lawn health
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#09- Killing weeds with.....water?! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Killing weeds with.....water?!
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#08 - Liquid Aeration vs. Core Aeration from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Liquid Aeration Vs Core Aeration
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#07- 8 Things to look for when hiring a lawn fertilization and weed control company from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
8 Things to look for when hiring a lawn fertilization and weed control company
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#06- Should I have a lawn in an area that often has droughts? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Should I have a lawn in an area that often has droughts?
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#04- Should I leave my leaves on the lawn over winter from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Should I leave my leaves on the lawn over winter
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#03 - January lawn care tip - Should I prepay for services? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
January lawn care tip - Should I prepay for services?
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#02- Interview with Doug Dickie - Inventor of Carbon One from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Interview with Doug Dickie - Inventor of Carbon One
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# 01 Intro Episode from 2020-01-01T22:00
Ete AhPing explains the purpose and vision of this podcast and also shares a little bit of his story and experience in the green industry as a service professional.
# 01 Intro Episode from 2020-01-01T22:00
Ete AhPing explains the purpose and vision of this podcast and also shares a little bit of his story and experience in the green industry as a service professional.