Tag: lawn
Fallen leaves are great for lawns, mulch, compost
Instead of working to remove fallen leaves from your lawn, have them work for you by adding mulched leaves to your lawn, garden and compost.
How to manage ground ivy in your lawn
Ground ivy is one of the most difficult weeds to manage in lawns. Learn what strategies to implement and what herbicides to use to get rid of it.
Save money, time: Grow gardens, not grass
This summer, if you'd like to save some money (and blood, sweat and tears), convert a portion of your grassy backyard to native vegetation.
How to get your lawn mower ready in the spring
Follow this spring lawn mower maintenance checklist to get your mower in working order before the grass gets too long.
How lawns benefit from aeration
Compacted soil blocks oxygen, water and nutrients from reaching the root systems of the turf, creating a lawn with weak roots.
How to recognize and remedy grub infestations
The key to grub management is to coordinate your attack with the stage the pest is at in its lifecycle. Learn which control methods to use at each stage.
How to improve your garden soil using wood ash
If you burn wood as a primary or supplemental heat source in the winter, you might want to consider saving the ashes for your lawn or garden in the spring.
How to make your lawn environmentally friendly
Implement a more environmentally conscientious lawn care regimen and become a better steward of your land. Use these simple tips to get started.
How to improve spring lawn care
Spring brings on a need to see green, but being too hasty can hurt you more than help you. Check out these tips for fertilizing your lawn in the spring.
11 lawn mower safety tips
People fall victim to the revolving blades of powered lawn mowers each year. Take extra care when using riding and push mowers.
