Thatch is organic matter that has built up below the grass blades and the soil. This organic matter is usually grass clippings, and leaves are the main culprits.
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Keeping a well maintained yard and garden is important because it will show other people that you care about your property and home. Besides it is a great way to break the ice with new neighbors that move in down the street.

It's a great place to relax, because you don't have to do all the work at one time. You can take your
time and do it right in the summer months. It's not very expensive to have a garden. Depending on the type of garden that you want the cost can be between $20.00 dollars and a little sweat.