Alternatives to Rock Salt that Won’t Damage Your Lawn

Michigan winters can be brutal! The last thing any of us want during winter is an icy, slippery front walk or driveway—it’s an accident waiting to happen.

How can you make sure you’re keeping your walkways safe while also protecting your lawn and your plants?

De-icing products won’t hurt your grass or plants if they’re used in limited quantities and carefully applied. However, every day we see excessive use of rock salt and ice-melt products combined with runoff from melted sleet and snow, which can result in saline runoff that contaminates fresh water, and dead or damaged landscapes (especially near roadways).

What can you use to keep icy sidewalks at bay?

1. Coarse sand. Some communities in Michigan are already using this natural resource to keep icy roads clean. The irregular grains of sand are better at gripping icy surfaces and providing traction. 
2. Calcium magnesium acetate (CMA). This deicer has been used since the ‘70s and contains no damaging salts. It relies on the ingredients’ ability to stop snow an ice from bonding to each other and to paved surfaces.

Read more tips for ice control here on our website!

What Sets Ever So Green Apart from Other Lawn Care Companies in Livingston County?

Why choose ESG out of all the lawn care companies in Livingston County? We'll provide you with a beautiful, green, and healthy lawn. Relax and enjoy a beautiful lawn this season while we do the work! We take great pride in delivering expert and professional service to all our customers with:

• Full Fertilization Program
• Fertilization with Crabgrass Control Application
• Fertilization with Broadleaf Control
• Summer Fertilization with Spot Weed Control
• Mid-Summer Fertilization
• Full Fertilization with Broadleaf Control
• Turf Winterization

Noticeable results guaranteed! If you are not satisfied with the results of any treatment, simply call us; we’ll make it right. We are committed to quality service and customer satisfaction. Contact us today or Give us a call at 517-540-1100 to get started.

How to Keep Salt from Damaging Your Lawn

During a cold Michigan winter, ice buildup can be a big concern. 

Slipping on the sidewalk can lead to serious injuries, and your driveway can be treacherous after a heavy snowfall. This is where chemical de-icers and rock salt come in handy to add traction.

Unfortunately, rock salt has one big disadvantage: it can seriously damage your lawn, especially after repeated uses in the winter. 

How can you protect your lawn?

1. Only spread rock salt on paved areas. Be careful when you throw salt using a spreader. 
2. Use a short silt fence guard around your grass to keep salt and melted runoff from spilling into your lawn.

Read more tips here on our website!

What Sets Ever So Green Apart from Other Lawn Care Companies in Livingston County?

We specialize in lawn care in Livingston County to provide you with a beautiful, green, and healthy lawn. Relax and enjoy a beautiful lawn this season while we do the work! We take great pride in delivering expert and professional service to all our customers with:

• Full Fertilization Program
• Fertilization with Crabgrass Control Application
• Fertilization with Broadleaf Control
• Summer Fertilization with Spot Weed Control
• Mid-Summer Fertilization
• Full Fertilization with Broadleaf Control
• Turf Winterization

Noticeable results guaranteed! If you are not satisfied with the results of any treatment, simply call us; we’ll make it right. We are committed to quality service and customer satisfaction. Contact us today or Give us a call at 517-540-1100 to get started.