Low-Maintenance Lawns

Bomb cyclone storm impacts

A bomb cyclone windstorm lashed Bellevue the night of Tuesday, Nov. 19, bringing down trees throughout the city and leaving hundreds of thousands without power. The mayor proclaimed a civil emergency in the city due to the storm's extensive damage. Regular updates about the city's response to the storm are being posted at Bomb Cyclone Storm.

Beware of Utility Scams During Emergencies

Bellevue Utilities will typically contact you in advance if they need to access your home for repairs or inspections. If you are unsure, call Bellevue Utilities at 425-452-6932 to confirm if someone is supposed to be at your home.

Yard Debris Collection after Wind Storm

Now through Friday, Dec. 6, Republic Services will collect up to 192 gallons (six 32-gallon units) of extra yard debris in bins, bags and bundles during your regular collection day at no additional cost. King County residents can drop off tree limbs, and other woody debris without paying the standard yard waste fee at the Bow Lake, Cedar Falls, Enumclaw, Factoria, Shoreline, and Vashon facilities. Get more info.

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Lawns are a wonderful place to relax and play as a family, but keeping them green and weed-free can take a lot of work and water and create a lot of waste. Building healthy soil and watering properly are the foundations of a strong lawn that outgrows most weeds and resists other problems with less work, water, fertilizer, pesticide and waste.

Mow higher (1-2 inches), mow often and leave the clippings on the lawn.
Fertilizer moderately in May and September with organic or slow-release fertilizers.
Think twice before using weed and feed or other pesticides.
Water deeply to moisten the root zone; let the soil dry out between watering.
Revitalize your lawn by aerating, over-seeding and top-dressing with compost.

Benefits

Have a beautiful lawn that out-competes weeds and stays green.
Save money on water and lawn care products.
Spend less time on maintenance.

Additional Resources

Lawns Guide Fertilizing Guide
Composting Yard Trimmings Guide
Lawn Alternatives Guide