You don't need chemically based pesticides or herbicides to maintain a lush, healthy lawn full of thriving green grass.

"Organic homemade lawn fertilizer is the best option for lawn ... and can greatly benefit the soil. The best way to make your own homemade fertilizer is through composting," he adds.

Do this by making holes in the soil ... After scarifying and aerating, spread a thin top-dressing of bulky organic material over the lawn. This gradually improves soil structure.