Fixing Your Yard with an Erosion Straw Blanket
If you've been dealing with a muddy mess every time it rains, laying down an erosion straw blanket might be the simplest way to save your landscaping. It's one of those things that looks a bit strange when you first roll it out—like your yard is wearing a giant, fuzzy rug—but it's a total lifesaver for new grass. Most people don't realize how much work goes into keeping topsoil from just vanishing during a heavy downpour, and if you've ever tried to grow grass on a hill without any protection, you know exactly how frustrating it is to see your expensive seed wash into the street. ...