Emerald Ash Borer After years of warning, the Emerald Ash Borer beetle, or EAB for short, has been officially reported here in Omaha, Nebraska. Unfortunately, this unwelcome guest will start killing the 44 million ash trees in the Omaha and surrounding communities, as it has done in other communities in the Midwest.  We want to set the record straight, on this and […]

Yellow Woodsorrel Our last post talked about the clover-like Black Medic weed and how to take care of it. This time, we’d like to talk about another clover-like weed that may be giving you more headaches than good luck. Yellow Woodsorrel! Yellow Woodsorrel (also known as pickle plant, sour grass, or lemon clover) is an […]

Black Medic Black medic is germinating everywhere! As things heat up and you start inviting friends out to barbeque, you might be noticing this pesky clover-like weed popping up in your lawn and gardens. It’s around this time that black medic—sometimes called yellow trefoil, nonesuch, or hop clover—starts becoming a problem in certain lawns and gardens. It’s […]

Why is our Alfalfa Fertilizer better? Not all alfalfa fertilizer products are created equal. It can be difficult to compare the quality of alfalfa turf products because straight alfalfa meal varies widely. Over the years, we tested many products including straight alfalfa. The results were subpar. That’s why it took three years to find the […]

Creeping Charlie Let’s talk about Creeping Charlie, a weed that might be plaguing your yard. Creeping Charlie is a plant that may also be known as creeping Jenny, gill-on-the-ground, and ground ivy. Cultivated versions of this plant have been used for hanging basket decorations. Creeping Charlie has bright green oval-shaped leaves with scalloped edges. These […]

Keep Your Mower Blades Sharp So, you’ve got the perfect lawnmower. Push mower or riding, your choice, but either way it’s yours and you love using it, hopefully. You think it’s perfect. Yet there may be a simple step in lawn and lawnmower care that you’re forgetting that has a drastic effect on your lawn: […]

Birds and the Bees Did you know that the birds and the bees are both on the decline? Bees Many people are aware of the so-called Colony Collapse Disorder, but a researcher at the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada has found a probable suspect in the declining honey bee population. Bee populations have been falling […]

Pesticide Myths Spring is here and part of many people’s regimen for taking care of their garden and lawn might include pesticides. Now seems like the perfect time to dispel some pesticide myths to keep your lawn, pets, and family safe. Which Pesticide Myth below do you think is most important? Pesticide Myth #1: Pesticides […]

Lawn History A little lawn history? Did you know that the word “lawn” comes from a Celtic word Llan or Luan meaning an enclosed piece of land? Lawns, as we have come to know them, most likely had their beginnings as grassy areas kept separate from crop fields. These enclosed pastures were used as grazing […]

Pesticide Pollution Recently we witnessed another lawn company applying a synthetic pre emergent fertilizer to a residential property, and leave without cleaning the sidewalks. The problem here is that the excess fertilizer will wash into neighbors yards, or into the street during the next rain and then can pollute waterways. This is a great example […]

What Is Composting? We’ve talked before about the value of organic matter in your lawn or garden’s soil. A key way to add organic matter to your lawn or garden is by composting. Composting can be an inexpensive way to help your lawn. There is a some science to it beyond saving your leftover food scraps […]

NPK, What’s In The Fertilizer Bag? Choosing the proper fertilizer is an important step in taking care of your lawn. Each fertilizer bag comes with a label, and each fertilizer label has an important series of numbers called the NPK. Knowing how to read a fertilizer label is the key to picking the correct fertilizer. […]

What is Crabgrass? Crabgrass has an annual life cycle, which means any present in lawns last year is dead, and the only way for to appear this year is by seeds germinating into new plants. Seed will start to germinate when soil temperatures get close to 55 degrees F and stay there for several consecutive […]

Dandelions When it comes to weeds, possibly nothing is as well-known or pesky as the dandelion. Also known as swine snout, cankerwort, clockflower, wild endive and puff ball, these stubborn plants have been sprouting up year after year for over a thousand years. They have been written about in songs and poetry and hailed as a […]

Clover In Lawns Is white clover in your lawn bad? The secret to having a great lawn without chemicals is clover. For the past 50 years, clover has been considered a noxious lawn weed, but before that it was an important component in lawns and for good reason. Thousands of biological, chemical and physical elements […]

Liquid Organic vs. Granular Organic What’s the difference? What’s better? What should I use? These are common questions, and they are good ones, as every fertilizer technician, lawn company, and industry professional or expert has a different opinion and preference. The debate can be overwhelming. The reason to use one type over the other can […]

Organic Matter One of the most important keys to a healthy lawn is the soil, and organic matter is especially important for good soil. It’s not just dirt…soil is a living, dynamic ecosystem. Healthy soil is filled with organisms that perform many vital functions including converting dead and decaying matter as well as minerals to […]

Ag Grade vs. Horticultural Grade Fertilizer Did you know that there are differences between Ag grade fertilizers and horticultural grade fertilizers? The first difference is obvious when the Size Guide Number (SGN) of the fertilizer prill is studied. Agricultural grade fertilizers are coarser or larger with SGN’s ranging between 240 and 300. Horticultural grade fertilizers, […]

Referral Program Spread the word, and earn a reward with Omaha Organics Referral Program! Our best advertisement is your yard and your voice. We depend on satisfied clients to spread the word to their neighbors, co-workers, family, and friends.  And when you do, we want to reward and thank you! We offer a $20 Amazon […]

Fall Turf Care Fall is good for more than just raking leaves and cooler nights. Fall is actually one of the better times of the year to improve your turf. Take advantage of these cooler temperatures and prepare your lawn for the coming spring. The first question to ask yourself this fall is; can you […]