Having fruit trees is a great perk of owning a backyard. And having a guide to planting fruit trees in […]
Author: Amanda Shiffler
Most comfortable with soil under her fingernails, Amanda has an enthusiasm for gardening, agriculture, and all things plant-related. With a master's degree in agriculture and more than a decade of experience gardening and tending to her lawn, she combines her plant knowledge and knack for writing to share what she knows and loves.
When, Why, How to Prune Apple Trees
Pumpkin spice? Pffffftttt. I can take it or leave it. For me, fall means fresh-picked apples turned into mile-high pies […]
How to Winterize Your Lawn Mower: 10 Simple Steps
Winterize your mower the right way with our step-by-step guide. From deck cleaning to blade sharpening, protect your investment and avoid spring repair bills.
Grass Clippings Can Sicken Horses, Pets, Livestock
Cows eat grass. Horses graze on grass in pastures. Once in a while, even your pooch snacks on lawn greenery. […]
Friable Loam: The Ideal Lawn Soil and How to Get It
Dirt is dirt, right? It gets under your nails, it gets tracked into your house, and it creates a lot […]
How to Add Stripes to Your Lawn
Learn how to create professional lawn stripes by bending the grass in different directions. Follow our guide to create straight, diagonal, and other patterns.
Guide to Growing Grass in the Transition Zone
The transition zone is the growing area across the middle of the U.S., one between the warm area in the […]
How to Dethatch Your Lawn (Plus When to Hire a Pro)
Learn how to dethatch your lawn with a manual rake, a power dethatcher, or a verticutter. Includes timing, step-by-step instructions, and recovery tips.
Topdressing a Lawn: The Benefits and How to Do It
Upon first thought, it seems somewhat absurd to spread a layer of compost or sand over your grass. After all, […]
How Earthworms Help Your Lawn, Grass and Soil
The worms crawl in … the worms crawl out … and the worms play a surprisingly valuable role in the […]