Frequently Asked Questions

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1. Fruit Trees
2. Garden and Household Pests
3. Houseplants
4. Lawn Care and Landscaping
   1. Composting
   2. Fertilizing
   3. Grubs
   4. Hiring a Lawn or Landscape Professional
   5. Mowing
      1. Q: How do I reduce the amount of grass clippings I am putting in the garbage?
         1. A: During the maximum grass-growing period, the municipal refuse load in some New Jersey suburban communities may contain nearly one-third grass clippings. For specific information on reducing your amount of waste grass clippings visit RCE fact sheet FS389, Minimizing Waste Disposal: Grass Clippings.
      2. Q: How high should I let my grass grow before I cut it?
      3. Q: When should I mow my lawn?
   6. Mulch
   7. Poison Ivy
   8. Starting a Lawn
   9. Watering
   10. Weeds
5. Pesticides and Fertilizer
6. Trees and Shrubs
7. Vegetable Gardening and Small Fruits
8. Wildlife