Professional Landscapers and Do-It-Yourselfers Cut More than Grass in Tough Economy

    LEBANON, CT, August 4, 2009 - One benefit of a tough economy is the creation of simple things that work. Every industry is cutting costs, garden and lawn care is no exception. The timing for one small company in Lebanon, Connecticut could not be better. Imagine a lawn care product that repairs damaged areas, eliminates pesticides, reduces green house gases, and keeps lawns pristine enough for Tiger to putt on. Insiders say this describes the "Grass Stitcher."

According to the Journal of Environmental Management, some 40 million acres are covered in lawns, making turf grass America's largest crop. Lawn care is one of the most lucrative industries with more than 70,000 companies sharing an annual revenue base of $40 billion. But one official says lawn care has even more benefits.

Speaking on the condition of anonymity, a source with the American Nursery & Landscape Association (ANLA) explains, "Lawn care is not only aesthetic, it is therapeutic. Millions of people take care of their lawns as a source of pride and relaxation. The new wave of successful lawn care products will make this activity easier, and be sensitive to a tough economy."

Frank Catalano, owner of www.grassstitcher.com, has captured this sentiment. Catalano stated, "When you've been involved in lawn care for 30 years you understand what works. Within the next year, we see the Grass Stitcher on every landscaping truck and in every garage. People want to take care of their lawns, but they want economical, professional-grade products. We have successfully provided one."

The Grass Stitcher recycles damaged, dead grass as a key component in the lawn repair process. While perforating the soil at exactly the right depth, the organic material feeds the new seed. Users report outstanding results.

Additional benefits include;

• Eco-friendly,
• Cost-effective,
• Stops weeds permanently,
• Lightweight, sturdy construction.

The Grass Stitcher will be featured at the August 2009 Chicago IGC Garden Center Show. Catalano has begun seeking private investment to keep up with the increasing interest in his product.

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