Alec McClennan learned of the benefits of organic lawn care and the various problems associated with chemical applications while studying biology in high school. When it came time to help his father apply fertilizer to his lawn at home, he became alarmed as he read the ingredients listed on the back of the bags. After earning an engineering degree, Alec became a Master Gardener through Ohio State University, a Certified Turf Professional through the University of Georgia, and began traveling the country visiting with people already involved in the centuries-old practice of organic lawn care. He founded Good Nature Organic Lawn Care in 1999 to provide Northeast Ohio residents with a safe, natural solution to keeping their landscapes in tip-top condition. We met with Alec recently, and listened as he provided this overview of the products and services Good Nature Organic Lawn Care offers;

Good Nature Organic Lawn Care specializes in keeping lawns, landscapes, and gardens healthy and attractive without the use of dangerous chemicals. We offer lawn fertilization using all-natural materials and natural pest control for lawns, trees, and shrubbery. We provide over-seeding, aeration, and new lawn installation services, and offer a line of organic lawn care products through garden centers throughout the Cleveland area.

As reported by the American Cancer Society and the Environmental Protection Agency, "95% of the pesticides used on residential lawns are considered possible or probable carcinogens". We promote healthy lawns through the use of feed-grade vegetable-based products that are practically odorless and safer for people and pets alike. Our programs focus on improving plant health so the need for dangerous chemicals is either greatly reduced or eliminated altogether.

Traditional chemical treatments encourage lush growth which makes plants more susceptible to pests. The plants are then treated with more chemicals in an attempt to solve the pest problems. Unfortunately, these chemical sprays weaken and kill beneficial organisms in addition to killing the targeted pests. When the pests return, they find weakened plants which are treated in turn with more chemicals and the downward spiral in plant health continues.

Good Nature Organic Lawn Care's programs are designed to improve the health of your landscape. By adding valuable organic matter and microorganisms, we increase your plants' natural defense system and create healthier plants that are more resistant to problems. Our materials work with - not against - nature. If a pest problem does develop, we recommend biologically and environmentally responsible treatments.

We service the Greater Cleveland community, and take pride in proving that you don't need chemicals to have a beautiful landscape!

Good Nature Organic Lawn Care offers a full line of organic and natural services for your lawn, trees, shrubs, and garden. Call Good Nature Organic Lawn Care today, and don't forget to tell them The Advocate sent you!

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