The Sunday Way

Our lawns and yards are more than just great places to play and relax.

They are home to birds, bees, insects, and, well, a whole ecosystem. With 40 million acres of lawn across the U.S. - it’s our third-largest crop! And after decades of dependence on pesticides and other “quick fixes,” it’s time to build a more rewarding relationship with our yards for ourselves, our families, and our planet.

The Sunday Way explained

At Sunday, we are creating a new way to care for our yards that reconnects us with nature, supports the environment, and saves our resources, money, and time.

When we encourage lawns to grow slowly through precision feeding and mindful care practices, they develop deeper and stronger roots. Stronger roots result in a stronger lawn that's more resilient and easier to care for.

The key to making a shift like this possible? It's actually easier.

With some lawn basics and a bit more care upfront, you can grow a green lawn that requires less of everything - from watering and mowing to fertilizer and herbicides.

This may sound strange coming from a company selling lawn and yard products, but our goal isn’t to sell more. Our goal is to help people grow lawns that work for them and the ecosystem, that crowd out weeds, and resist disease because a better lawn means a better planet for all of us.

Here's how we do it.

Water infrequently—but deeply

Watering less frequently for longer times trains your grass to be more resourceful. It encourages deep, expansive root growth, which helps your grass reach for nutrients and water deeper into the soil.

Eco bonus: Your new, deeper root system will allow your lawn to sequester and store more carbon from the atmosphere.

Mow high

Finding the highest grass height that works for your grass type will help your grass grow at the right pace, which means less fertilizer, less water, and deeper roots. Deeper roots help your lawn sequester more carbon; taller grass crowds out more weeds.

Eco tip: Leave the grass clippings on your lawn after mowing. This is called grasscycling or mulch mowing, allowing your lawn to recycle nutrients naturally into the soil.

Feed your soil only what it needs

Having the right nutrients in your soil maintains plant health and deep, expansive roots. But when you add too much, soil can get lazy and become reliant on inputs like fertilizer and pesticides.

Through soil testing and data, we target exactly what nutrients your lawn needs, how much, and when to apply to maintain healthy growth and outcompete weeds.

Sunday Tip:

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Skip the harsh chemicals

Growing a strong, healthy lawn is the most effective way to combat weeds and most other lawn issues. When an imbalance in weeds, insects, or disease arises, address it with an integrated pest management approach for the least impact on your ecosystem.

Eco tip: Overusing any pesticide (like herbicides) will make your lawn susceptible to disease and cause unnecessary harm to local flora and fauna.

Weed the old-fashioned way

Pulling weeds out by hand is our go-to. It’s easier to keep weeds from spreading if you catch them early before roots grow deep and flowers become seeds.

Eco tip: Being watchful will help you monitor weeds and stay in touch with the overall health of your lawn.

Use herbicides as a last resort

We view any herbicides—even the ones we sell—as a last resort for targeted conditions to restore balance in your grass.

But spot-treating weeds with an organic herbicidal soap or targeted iron-powered weed killer can help you eliminate them if pulling them up by hand isn’t an option or isn’t working.

Grow the right grass

Overseeding or starting a new lawn is the perfect time to evaluate what type of grass will work best with your climate, soil, and light. This choice will have a huge impact on how much work it takes to upkeep your lawn.

Eco tip: When possible, choose grass varieties that naturally require less mowing, require less water, and root deep.

Sunday Tip:

Aren't sure what Sunday seed is right for your lawn? Try our new Seed Finder Tool.

Rethink your lawn

Adding diversity to your yard will strengthen your ecosystem and bring texture, color, and beauty. Evaluate your lawn activity needs. Keep what you use and consider planting areas of native plants, flowers, or trees for the rest. Or add a garden to enjoy your own fresh vegetables and herbs.

Eco tip: Native plants, flowers, and trees are adapted to your local climate and will provide much-needed habitat for local pollinators, birds, and other wildlife.