Tips and Inspiration for Your Lawn and Garden

  • How Long Should You Water Your Lawn?

    There are many ways you can water your lawn the wrong way — water too much, too often, too little, or at the wrong times. Either way, these poor practices can adversely affect your lawn. Overwatering not only wastes a valuable resource but can also lead to shallow root systems, make your lawn more susceptible to pests and diseases, and contribute to thatch buildup.
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  • When Should You Not Mow Your Lawn?

    For many homeowners, the arrival of spring signals the start of the mowing season — with the smell of freshly mown grass being a true marker of springtime. But before taking out your equipment and sharpening your mower blades, there are a few lawn mowing tips to keep in mind to ensure your lawn's health from season to season.
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  • What Does Grass Do For the Environment?

    While admiring your lush, green lawn, your initial thoughts probably revolve around its aesthetics, how it increases property values, or perhaps the chore of mowing. However, beyond these surface-level qualities, natural grass offers a wealth of benefits that extend far beyond your landscape. Ongoing research continually reveals additional health and environmental advantages of natural grass.
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  • What are the Best Types of Grass for Shade?

    Shaded areas in your lawn pose a challenge for growing grass, as sunlight, along with water and nutrients, is essential for healthy plant growth. Dense canopies of trees or adjacent structures often cast a shadow on your lawn, resulting in sparse grass, bare spots, and stunted growth.
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  • Can You Plant Grass Plugs in Winter?

    With several factors to consider for successful grass plugging, many homeowners wonder: can grass plugs be planted in winter?

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  • Should You Water Your Lawn in Winter?

    It’s evident that watering lawns is crucial when the grass is actively growing in spring and during the warm temperatures of summer. But what about on cold winter days? 

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  • Pet-Owners Guide to Repairing Dog-Damaged Lawn

    Maintaining a healthy, lush lawn is a desire shared by many, but dog owners often discover the hard way the challenges that come with pets running around, digging, and occasionally grazing on the grass. However, another significant factor in dog ownership that can harm your lawn is dog urine.

    Posted in Lawn & Lifestyle

  • 9 Tips to Make Grass Plugs Spread Faster

    Grass plugs are an excellent solution for starting a new lawn or a filler to repair damaged areas in your existing lawn. They offer a convenient middle ground between the lengthy process of growing grass from seeds and the relatively expensive option of sod installation.

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  • How to Improve Drainage in Clay Soil

    Clay soil has a bad reputation for having poor drainage due to its dense, sticky texture that can harden into an impenetrable mass when dry. With its small and dense particles, clay soil is particularly prone to compaction, leading to drainage issues that can complicate your gardening efforts.
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  • Homeowner’s Guide to Aerating a Lawn

    Routine lawn maintenance practices such as mowing, watering, and fertilizing play an important role in building a healthy yard. However, one essential step that many homeowners overlook is lawn aeration.

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  • 5 Best Types of St. Augustine Grass in Florida

    St. Augustine stands out among the warm-season grass varieties, providing a unique combination of drought tolerance, ease of maintenance, and versatility to adapt to the dynamic Florida weather. In addition to its inherent qualities, hybrid varieties have been developed with improved capabilities, such as complete weed control and maintaining a healthy lawn even with reduced fertilizer needs.
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  • How to Repair Patches of Dead Grass with Grass Plugs

    Sparse areas and patches of dead grass on your lawn can stem from all sorts of issues, such as poor soil conditions, fungal diseases, animal digging, pet urine, heavy foot traffic, and heat and drought. Regardless of the underlying cause of these unsightly problems, grass plugs emerge as an effective solution to restore your lawn to its healthy and vibrant state.

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