Not sure how to take care of your Des Moines lawn during the sweltering summer heat? Here are 9 tips to keep your lawn healthy and green this summer.
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A Summer Lawn Care Guide for Columbus, Ohio Residents
Summer lawn care in Columbus, Ohio, involves lawn mowing, irrigation, fertilization, pest control, and weed control.
Summer Lawn Care Tips for North Carolina
From dethatching to aerating, here are the best summer lawn care tips for North Carolina to help your lawn thrive during the summer heat.
Summer Lawn Care Tips for Lansing, MI
Summer lawn care in Lansing means watering right, mowing high, skipping fertilizer, and staying ahead of weeds and pests.
How to Prevent Spurge Weed in Your Lawn
To prevent spurge in your lawn, apply a pre-emergent herbicide like Balan or Dimension, solarize the soil, and keep a regular lawn care schedule.
What Does Spurge Weed Look Like?
To tell what spurge weed looks like, check for oval leaves on reddish stems, which produce a milky sap when cut. It often grows close to the ground.
How to Get Rid of Spurge Weed in 3 Easy Steps
To get rid of spurge weed, pull it out by hand or use a post-emergent herbicide like Trimec or Surge. Proper lawn care is key to prevent its return.
When and How to Treat a Heat-Stressed Lawn
Learn when and how to treat a heat-stressed lawn. Spot the signs of distress ASAP, water 1.5 inches per week, and keep the mower blade high.
How to Grow Mushrooms In Your Yard
Many edible mushrooms are easily grown at home. This guide will show you how to grow mouthwatering mushrooms right in your backyard.
What is Frost Seeding?
Frost seeding is spreading cool-season seeds over frozen ground in late winter. As the soil thaws, these seeds germinate in early spring.