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Crowd-sourcing this question. Our library is fortunate enough to be situated on a couple of acres of property, with rather extensive lawns. For three years, we did not treat the lawns with any kinds of fertilizers, herbicides, etc. It was an environmentally-minded
choice. The result after 3 years was that the grass was decimated - huge patches of mud and weeds caused by a grub infestation. It was really unattractive and as a practical matter, not something you'd want to have a picnic on, or even stroll around. So
we resumed treatment and after 2 seasons, the lawn is back. However, patrons are beginning to complain. One advanced the theory that peppermint oil is the cure for all our lawn problems. I'm not so sure.</div>
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The State DEC has provided me with a list of "reduced-risk" pesticides, such as microbial treatments, bio-pesticides and horticultural oils, but explicitly declined to comment on their efficacy. They also provided the EPA's list of more conventional reduced-risk
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Our pest control company does have some organic treatments but says they are not for commercial applications and that we would not be happy with the results.
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So: if your library has extensive lawn and you've encountered the same issue -- balancing aesthetics against the concern about safety and impact on ground water, etc. -- what solutions have you found effective? I would love any feedback from anyone who's
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