Guelph Turfgrass Institute

The idea of not cutting your lawn until June, also known as "No Mow May,” is gaining momentum. It's meant to help flowers and weeds grow to help bees pollinate. But does it make sense? Mike Drolet, Global News, gets the answer from the experts at the Guelph Turfgrass Institute.

#NoMowMay aims to support pollinators by letting grass (and weeds) grow in the month of May. However, this can increase the number of unwanted pests in your neighbourhood and decrease the quality of your lawn long-term. The take home messages are to mow when the grass needs mowing, plant native flowering species, and create a long-term plan to support pollinators.

Horticultural Technicians should be able to install sod so that the resulting lawn is healthy and establishes rapidly. Demo courtesy Cam Shaw, Manager & Instructor in the Diploma in Turfgrass Management Program

Without turfgrass, many activities that support our mental and physical well-being would be much more difficult. Imagine trying to play Frisbee in a forest or walking your dog through a flower garden! Dr. Sara Stricker, communications and outreach coordinator at the Guelph Turfgrass Institute, reminds us of different ways grass helps us enjoy an active lifestyle.

Dr. Lyons is a professor in the Department of Plant Agriculture. Hear about his research on sustainable turfgrass management practices and the grad school experience!