How many people in the U.S. compost their food scraps and grass clippings? Read our 2025 Composting Survey and discover 2025’s Best Cities for Composting.
The Dirt on Big Apple Composting: 2025 NYC Survey
With organic trash separation now mandatory in NYC, what do New Yorkers think about composting? Read LawnStarter’s 2025 NYC Composting Survey.
Deck the Halls and Yard: 2024 Holiday Decor Survey
When is it too early to start putting up Christmas decorations? Find out what others think in our 2024 Holiday Decor Trends Survey.
What is Crown Hydration?
Crown hydration happens when a plant’s crown takes up excess water during thawing, risking freeze damage during the next cold spell.
What is Winter Desiccation in Your Lawn?
Winter desiccation happens when turfgrass loses more than half its moisture due to dry winds or sunny days with frozen soil.
What Does Potassium Do for Your Lawn?
Potassium promotes cellular growth, improves nutrient uptake, and protects your turf from environmental stress.
Fairway Finds: 2025’s Best Cities for Golfers
Which U.S. cities are best for perfecting your swing and sinking that birdie? Check out 2025’s Best Cities for Golfers.
10 Lawn and Landscape Items That Can Deter Buyers
Does landscaping increase home value? Not always. Buyers can be discouraged by niche, high-maintenance, or impractical landscaping.
How to Edge a Lawn With a String Trimmer
We’ll show you how to edge a lawn with a string trimmer step by step, from planning your edge to finding the right trimmer angle.
What Does Doveweed Look Like?
Doveweed looks very similar to certain turfgrasses, like St. Augustinegrass, but can be distinguished by its small purple flowers and wide, waxy leaves.