Weeds, Plants and Lawns
Weeds are plants that are growing in a location that is unwanted by the owner. Most weeds are plants that are taking advantage of a situation that fits their specific needs.
In order to prevent weeds from growing in your lawn, you must have a healthy lawn and over seed to ensure the grass is thick and there is no room for weeds to grow.
Plant care
Grow the right plant in the right place
When trying to grow any kind of plant the most important aspects are the soil and amount of sun it will receive. Every plant must be grown in its best growing conditions in order for it to remain healthy.
Plant requirements
Temperature
- The plant hardiness zone is the temperature that the plant can live in; Oshawa is Zone 5b, which means only plants that can withstand -20F or -29C are considered a perennial for this area
Light
- Full sun, part sun, shade, partial shade - it is very important to match the sun requirement of the plant to what you have to ensure the plant will remain healthy
Water
- Plants require various amounts of water, depending on the species and if they are producing fruit
Soil requirements
- This includes pH of the soil and type of soil the plant must grow in
Nutrients
- Plants must absorb certain minerals through their roots to survive - addition of various fertilizers provides required nutrients
Ontario Cosmetic Pesticide Ban
The Ontario Pesticide Ban came into effect on April 22, 2009 and prevents the spraying of most chemicals on lawns and gardens for esthetic reasons. Visit the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change website for more information about Ontario's Cosmetic Pesticides Ban.