Does Harvest Guard cost more than straw and is it worth the cost?

Before answering, consider the cost and labor involved in establishing a lawn, and think what you are trying to accomplish in having a lawn. It is a major project which, if you do it right, will increase the value of your home significantly and will give years of pleasure. If you do it right, your lawn will be the envy of all those who see it. Yes, Harvest Guard (formerly known as Grass-Fast) initially costs two or three times what straw costs, but few things pay back as thoroughly as does Harvest Guard. As a percentage of the overall cost of the project, the use of Harvest Guard over straw only adds a few percentage points. If you can use it several times, it ends up being much less expensive than straw that generally can only be used once. Also, the benefits derived from using it over straw more than pay for the extra cost.