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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.

Organic Herbicides: A Comprehensive Guide

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: February 24, 2025
General Lawn Care

Organic herbicides use eco-friendly ingredients like vinegar, clove oil, or corn gluten meal to dry out plants or prevent sprouting.

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How to Aerate Your Lawn: A Complete Guide

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: July 10, 2026
General Lawn Care

Learn how to aerate your lawn the right way: when to aerate, which method to pick, step-by-step instructions, and post-aeration care for a healthier lawn.

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How to Get Rid of Ticks in Your Yard: Experts Weigh In

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: May 18, 2026
Pest control

Think mowing short and raking leaves gets rid of ticks? New research says otherwise. Discover evidence-based methods that actually reduce tick risk.

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How to Identify, Control, and Prevent Spring Dead Spot Lawn Disease

By Amanda Shiffler | Published: October 28, 2023
General Lawn Care

One of the joys of spring is seeing everything outdoors come back to life and green up—your lawn included. However, […]

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How to Treat Powdery Mildew On Your Lawn

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: November 5, 2024
General Lawn Care

When we look outside at our lawn, we expect—or rather hope—to see healthy, green grass. If you quickly peek out […]

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Guide to Growing Perennial Ryegrass

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: December 14, 2024
General Lawn Care

Need grass in a jiffy but don’t want to spend the money and break your back laying sod? Look no […]

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Guide to Growing Fine Fescues

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: August 5, 2024
General Lawn Care

Dreaming of a meadow-like lawn that doesn’t need mowing or constant fertilizer? Or struggling with shaded areas where finicky, high-maintenance […]

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Guide to Growing Kentucky Bluegrass

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: August 3, 2025
General Lawn Care

The grass is always greener on the other side, or so the saying goes. But all that can change, and […]

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How to Care for Your Summer Grass in Arizona

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: June 9, 2026
Arizona

Beat the heat with Arizona summer lawn care made simple: Dial in your watering, mowing height, and fertilizer for Bermuda, St. Augustine, Zoysia, and more.

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12 Materials to Consider for Your Garden Path

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: December 10, 2024
Home Improvement

Imagine leisure walks in your garden, coffee in hand, surrounded by blooming gardenias. But then the realization hits, and you […]

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