Tips and Inspiration for Your Lawn and Garden

New zoysiagrass plugs need water to grow—but too little, and they dry out before taking root; too much, and they drown before they ever get a chance to grow.

Maintaining a lawn in Florida is no small task. The state’s subtropical climate, sandy soils, and nearly year-round growing season mean your grass doesn’t take much of a break.

After planting new grass plugs and giving them the care they need to establish strong roots, the next big decision is how you’ll maintain your lawn. Mowing is one of the most important jobs in keeping your grass thick, healthy, and looking sharp.

For many homeowners, watering the lawn feels harmless—after all, water is a natural resource and the grass always looks greener when it’s freshly irrigated. But the truth is, overwatering is one of the most common and costly mistakes in lawn care.

Imagine enjoying a sunny afternoon in your yard, soaking in the scenery, when a sudden sting shoots through your foot. You look down and find the culprit—sandspurs scattered across your lawn.

If you’ve ever started a lawn project—whether building one from scratch or patching up a few bare spots—you know it takes some planning to get it just right. Sometimes, even with the best intentions, you end up with more material than you need.

You finish mowing the yard, step back to admire your work—and there they are: soggy, uneven trails of clumped-up grass ruining the whole look. It’s not just annoying—it’s a problem.

Ideally, the lawn is the final piece in any home improvement project—restored once the digging, building, and cleanup are complete. But in reality, that’s not always the case.

It’s a common and confusing sight for many homeowners—your lawn looks lush and healthy in the morning, but by midday, patches of grass suddenly start curling inward, looking dry and brittle like straw.

A thin lawn can be frustrating. Whether it’s due to compacted soil, too much shade, poor drainage, nutrient deficiencies, drought stress, or simply mowing too low, thin grass can make your entire yard look tired and patchy. It’s not just about the aesthetics, either.

Mushrooms in your lawn might conjure charming visions of fairytale forests and cottagecore aesthetics—tiny caps peeking through the grass after a rainy day.

Fairy rings have long fascinated storytellers and nature lovers alike. According to European folklore, these mysterious circles of mushrooms or lush green grass were believed to mark the spot where dancing fairies had gathered under moonlight.