Season 5, Episode 6: No Mow May and better alternatives with Sara Stricker

Cornell Turfgrass ShortCUTT Early Bird podcast by Carl Schementi

May 2, 2024Education

Dr. Sara Stricker, Guelph University Turfgrass Institute, discusses ALL the nuances of ‘No Mow May’. Is it really better for pollinators compared to a traditional lawn? Are their risks involved with allowing your lawn gr...

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