About Urban Lawn Care
A reference resource focused on residential turf management across Canadian growing zones.
What this resource covers
Urban Lawn Care is an informational archive covering the practical aspects of maintaining residential turf in Canadian urban and suburban settings. The content concentrates on three areas: seasonal maintenance timing, grass species selection for Canadian climates, and low-impact fertilisation methods aligned with provincial environmental guidelines.
Articles draw on published agronomic research, municipal lawn care bylaws, and provincial extension resources including materials from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and provincial ministries of environment. No content on this site is sponsored or written for commercial promotion.
Who maintains this site
Urban Lawn Care is operated by a small editorial team based in Ottawa, Ontario. The team reviews and updates content annually to reflect changes in provincial nutrient management regulations, updated cultivar recommendations, and new research on urban soil health.
Content is reviewed for accuracy before publication and updated when material changes occur. Dates of last update appear on each article page.
Scope and limitations
This resource addresses cool-season turf grasses suited to Canadian climates. It does not cover warm-season varieties, golf course management, sports turf, or agricultural-scale forage production. The information presented reflects general best practices and may need adjustment based on local soil conditions, microclimate, and municipal water restrictions.
Readers are encouraged to consult a certified horticulturist or local extension office for advice specific to their property.
Contact
Questions, corrections, and feedback can be directed to info@urbanlawncare.org or by phone at +1 (613) 204-5890.
Mailing address: 250 City Centre Ave, Suite 410, Ottawa, ON K1R 6K7, Canada.