| Tip #1: |
More than 30 million acres of lawns exist in the United States |
| Tip #2: |
A healthy lawn is of utmost importance to our environment. A 50-foot by 50-foot lawn produces enough oxygen for a family of four. |
| Tip #3: |
Lawns cool the atmosphere. Eight healthy front lawns have the cooling effect of 70 tons of air conditioning, which is enough for 16 average homes. |
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Dense, healthy grass slows water runoff, removing contaminants and trapping soil. Fresh, filtered water returns to the underground water supply. |
| Tip #5: |
Grass converts carbon dioxide to oxygen, a process that helps clear the air |
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Well-cared-for lawns can significantly increase your clients' property value. |
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In addition to its positive environmental impacts, a healthy lawn can also make a home more marketable, and in this tough housing market, a well-cared-for lawn can make or break a sale. |
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Well-maintained lawns and landscapes can add up to 15 percent to a property's value. |
| Tip #9: |
Did you know that a dense, healthy turf is an environmental hero? |
