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	<title>The Lawn Blog - Green Industry Information Resource, Landscaping, Lawn Care Richard Murphy &#187; Lawns</title>
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	<description>Your Information Source on Everything Green - by Richard Murphy</description>
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		<title>Scientific Breakthrough Leads to Home Lawn Care Solution</title>
		<link>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2010/02/04/scientific-breakthrough-leads-to-home-lawn-care-solution/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2010/02/04/scientific-breakthrough-leads-to-home-lawn-care-solution/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 01:47:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Richard Murphy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[All-natural Product Kills Lawn Weeds in Mere Hours
Gardens Alive!(r) introduces Iron X(tm) Selective Weed Killer for Lawns
&#60;http://www.gardensalive.com/IronX&#62; , the first all-natural weed control
to kill broadleaf weeds without harming lawns. It&#8217;s the fastest-acting
weed control product on the market, and it&#8217;s only available from Gardens
Alive!. &#60;http://www.gardensalive.com/&#62;  Iron X won a 2010 Green Thumb
Award for its innovative solution [...]]]></description>
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		<title>EPA’s National “WaterSense” Program a One-Size-Fits-All for Landscaping and Harmful for Lawn and Landscape Industry</title>
		<link>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2009/08/20/epa%e2%80%99s-national-%e2%80%9cwatersense%e2%80%9d-program-a-one-size-fits-all-for-landscaping-and-harmful-for-lawn-and-landscape-industry/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2009/08/20/epa%e2%80%99s-national-%e2%80%9cwatersense%e2%80%9d-program-a-one-size-fits-all-for-landscaping-and-harmful-for-lawn-and-landscape-industry/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2009 11:27:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Richard Murphy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Kris Kiser, Executive Vice President at the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is positioned to protect water in all forms, from ground water to underground sources to water coming out of the public’s tap. WaterSense, a partnership program sponsored by the EPA, was set up to work with local water [...]]]></description>
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		<title>SUMMER LOVIN’ FOR YOUR LAWN</title>
		<link>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2009/06/07/summer-lovin%e2%80%99-for-your-lawn/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2009/06/07/summer-lovin%e2%80%99-for-your-lawn/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2009 15:45:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Richard Murphy</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Lawns]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Spring-Green Lawn Care Offers Tips to Keep Landscapes Lush As Temperatures Climb
(Plainfield, IL)&#8212;Ever wonder how your neighbors achieve thick, vibrant lawns year after year or how they keep their lawns and landscapes healthy as temperatures continue to rise throughout the summer months? The answer is simple: They work at it!
“This is the time of year [...]]]></description>
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		<title>All about watering your lawn</title>
		<link>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2009/01/16/all-about-watering-your-lawn/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2009/01/16/all-about-watering-your-lawn/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 19:41:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Richard Murphy</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Lawns]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[irrigation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[lawn care]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[watering]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.thelawnblog.com/?p=343</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[I try and educate as many people as I can about this topic.  It is probably one of the most important items in this list to pay attention to.  To maintain a healthy lawn you need to make sure it gets adequate hydration.  Your lawn needs 2 inches of water per week. [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Irrigation and How to Conserve Water</title>
		<link>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2009/01/14/irrigation-and-how-to-conserve-water/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2009/01/14/irrigation-and-how-to-conserve-water/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:43:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lou Manfredini</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Irrigation and How to Conserve Water
By: Lou Manfredini
In today’s changing world, many of us are beginning to think more about how much water we use on a daily basis.  I’m Lou Manfredini, Ace’s “Helpful Hardware Man” and here are some tips on how to conserve water in your lawn and garden. 
The Lawn 
I [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Think About a &#8216;Green&#8217; Spring &#8211; Organic Lawn Program</title>
		<link>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2008/12/03/think-about-a-green-spring-organic-lawn-program/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2008/12/03/think-about-a-green-spring-organic-lawn-program/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:38:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>KenLaVoie</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Well just because it is winter doesn&#8217;t mean we cannot dream for the spring.  Here is a great article from our friend Ken LaVoie (www.lawnguru.net).  Post your comments folks I would love to hear them.
Organic Lawn Program
Ken LaVoie &#8211; LawnGuru.net
The easiest way to explain organic lawn care, as it differs from traditional “chemical” [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Fall Cleanup:  Best Practices and Tips</title>
		<link>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2008/09/08/fall-cleanup-best-practices-and-tips/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2008/09/08/fall-cleanup-best-practices-and-tips/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2008 00:52:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Richard Murphy</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Environment]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Lawns]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Plants]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[autumn]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[fall clean up]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[lawn care]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[tips]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.thelawnblog.com/?p=174</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The nights are getting cooler and the air has that refreshing crisp in it.  It is the time for sweaters and light jackets to keep you warm.  Once again the seasons are changing and trees are showing their beautiful array of fall colors.  Autumn never ceases to amaze me with it spectacular [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Eco-Friendly Lawn and Garden Tips</title>
		<link>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2008/05/07/eco-friendly-lawn-and-garden-tips/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2008/05/07/eco-friendly-lawn-and-garden-tips/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 23:27:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>The Home Depot</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Biodegradable Lawn & Refuse Bags]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.thelawnblog.com/?p=149</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Spring is a great time to explore how we can be greener in all areas of our lives, including our lawns and gardens. Making simple, but different choices with lawn care products can make a positive impact on the environment and the way we live. Here are some easy tips on how you can become [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Profiling &#8211; LawnGuru.net, Starting and Running a fun, profitable lawn care business</title>
		<link>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2008/04/10/how-to-start-a-lawn-care-business-a-whole-new-way/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2008/04/10/how-to-start-a-lawn-care-business-a-whole-new-way/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2008 12:20:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Richard Murphy</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.thelawnblog.com/?p=141</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Ken LaVoie, owner of LawnGuru.net has written a very informative, eye-opening and honest (with himself and the business) book on how to start and run a successful lawn care business.  Here is what some people have to say about his book:

&#8220;Ken,
My association with you has tripled my business and moved me ahead at LEAST [...]]]></description>
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		<title>How to Choose a Lawn Shape</title>
		<link>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2008/01/25/how-to-choose-a-lawn-shape/</link>
		<comments>http://www.thelawnblog.com/2008/01/25/how-to-choose-a-lawn-shape/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jan 2008 12:50:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Richard Murphy</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Lawns]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[landscape planning]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[lawn shape]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.thelawnblog.com/?p=108</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[I found this neat article on http://gardendesign.gradinamea.ro.  
The best shape for your lawn is determined by its use, the landscape, appearance, and your desired maintenance level.












Design for Your NeedsThe most important factor in determining the best shape for your lawn is the way you plan to use it. If the lawn will be for [...]]]></description>
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