Dandelions can be beautiful - in moderation. I don't know about you but
when I am sitting on my porch in the summer enjoying a nice glass of tea with
the hot sun beating down on my shoulders I don't want to look at my lawn and
see hundreds even thousands bright yellow dandelions taking over. Seeing a few
dandelions can be beautiful, but once they turn into white, messy seed heads
your lawn will begin to look like that horrible white stuff we all know
as...SNOW!
Don't get me wrong, dandelions are pretty. Children love to pick them in
the yard and bring you a "bouquet" of flowers. These are the moments
we live for. The only problem with dandelions is they attract bees. Time and
time again at my home in Lapeer I would play outside not looking where I was stepping
and immediately burst into tears because I was stung. We all want our children
to have the opportunity to enjoy playing outside without the chance of getting
hurt.
Dandelions can be found all over the world. This fact could have fooled
me because it seems like all of the dandelions are in my backyard. These seeds
are produced without pollination; the flower head dries out for a day or two
making the dried petals drop off. This next step is the white seed head that
covers your emerald green lawn with a gush of wind.
If you're anything like me you enjoy summer, green grass, being outside,
and spending time with family. You don't need the hassle or worrying if someone
is going to get stung or what people driving by think of your "yellow"
or "white" lawn. Take a minute now and call Owen Lawn Care to set up
your lawn fertilization and weed control so you can enjoy the nice weather this
summer.
