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Transitioning to an Organic Lawn: Gradual Steps Without Weed Explosions

Switching from chemical to organic lawn care can be gradual. Key: balance soil biology. Resources: Cockadoodle DOO (organic fertilizers/weed control) and OrganicLawnCareTips.com. Start with soil test, apply corn gluten meal at forsythia bloom, mow high (3–4"), water deeply/infrequently, overseed with quality grass. Expect 1–2 years for full transition; weeds decline as soil health improves.

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