No Mow May leaders across the Midwest share why you should join them in this movement to protect pollinators. Midwest Grows Green (MGG) will lead No Mow May (NMM) efforts across the Midwest. This includes No Mow May Milwaukee and an April 13th presentation with Sierra Club Northwest Cook County. You likely will walk by
Spring Lawn Care FAQ
Despite the snow, MGG’s Ryan Anderson looks ahead by answering your spring lawn care questions. Why is spring lawn care important? Proper spring lawn preparation will set down turfgrass roots that store nutrients and hormones so grass can survive drought conditions in the summer. Your lawn will risk dying if grass does not have deep
Six things to look forward to on October 26th
Midwest Grows Green (MGG) invites you to our Sustainable Landscaping Workshops on October 26th to learn strategies and practices that reduce synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. See below for our list of the most intriguing workshop topics: The Morning Session: Natural Lawn Care Topic #1: Healthy Soil Equals Healthy Grass- Sustainable landscaping starts with nurturing healthy and
Saving Green when Growing Green
MGG’s Ryan Anderson shares lawn care strategies to protect both the environment and your budget. You don’t have to break the bank to grow playable, resilient and chemical-free natural grass athletic fields. MGG’s Technical Assistance Program (TAP) team has identified multiple practices that will both save the environment and your pockets. Prioritize your parks
Back-to-School: MGG supports K-12 sustainable schoolyard projects in Chicago and Milwaukee
K-12 students spend an average of 35 to 37.5 hours per week in schools. Pest and pesticide hazards can have detrimental short- and long-term effects on their health and safety. Only an estimated 15-20% of these US school districts have programs that effectively control pest and weed problems with limited pesticides. Regrettably, Midwest Grows Green
The City of Elgin expands its Pesticide Free Zone program in 2022
Northwestern Chicago Suburb commits to 12 Pesticide Free Zones. The City of Elgin has designated approximately 26.45 acres of parkland for avoiding synthetic pesticide applications. “We are always looking for opportunities to offer sustainable land management practices that limit or eliminate any herbicide-related chemical exposure while still maintaining weed control and aesthetic quality in our
The River Forest Park District wants you to enjoy their pesticide-free parks!
For the seventh year, the River Forest Park District (RFPD) will manage its fields and grounds free of environmental and health concerns for children, pets and wildlife by not applying lawn pesticides. “The Park District strives to keep our parks a healthy place for everyone to enjoy,” said Michael Sletten, RFPD’s Executive Director. “We hope
The Risks of Artificial Turf
Midwest Grows Green’s Ryan Anderson explains why our Chicago Ultimate Frisbee Tournament fundraiser will always take place on natural turfgrass, not artificial turf. Midwest Grows Green’s annual ultimate frisbee tournament fundraiser takes place June 11-12. This tourney and all future tourneys will take place on naturally grown turfgrass, not artificial turf. We see between 1,200 to 1,500
Green Shield Certified Launches Sustainable Landscaping Standards
GSC for Landscapes expands sustainable pest control certification and evaluation services to outdoor spaces Madison, Wisconsin, May 3, 2022 – This May, the sustainable standard for premium pest protection, Green Shield Certified (GSC), will introduce GSC for Landscapes that identifies and promotes safer greenspaces for: Pollinators-Habitat destruction and overuse of pesticides has triggered an unsustainable population
Protecting the Earth starts in your backyard this April
You may not find a better time to transition your lawn to organic, native or sustainable than this Earth Month. That’s because MGG and related organizations have developed programs, resources and events to support your transition. This support includes helping you: Obtain spring lawn and garden care tips MGG has plenty of factsheets to review
