Adding native plants to your Rhode Island landscaping? Try favorites like red columbine, Canada lily, sweetgale, and serviceberry, to start.
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Planting Zones in Arkansas
Arkansas consists of the planting zones 7a, 7b, 8a, and 8b, with the majority of the state falling in Zone 8a. Find out what zone you live in.
5 Tell-Tale Signs Your Lawn Needs Fertilizer
If your grass is discolored, growing slowly, or overcome by weeds, pests, or disease, it’s likely a sign your lawn needs fertilizer.
How to Manage Earthworm Castings on Your Lawn (4 Tips)
How to manage earthworm castings on your lawn? Mow high, rake them up, and limit soil moisture and worm food supply.
How to Prepare a Soil Sample (4 Easy Steps)
To prepare a soil sample, collect soil cores from your yard, combine them in a bucket, and submit it to your state’s extension service.
How to Tell If Your Lawn Needs Lime (6 Signs)
Signs that your lawn needs lime include yellowing grass, excess weeds, and a low soil pH. Confirm the necessity with a proper soil test.
How to Prevent Grass Clumping When Mowing
Why is your grass clumping when mowing? Your lawn might be too wet or too tall, or your mower needs an upgrade.
Clover vs. Oxalis: What’s the Difference?
The main differences between clover and oxalis are their leaf shape and markings, flower structure, and color. Learn about the various types.
Is White Clover Invasive?
White clover is undoubtedly invasive — trespassing in lawns, encroaching upon roadsides, and eradicating native plant populations. When left to […]
When and How Often Should You Fertilize Your Lawn?
A soil test will advise how often you should fertilize your lawn. But generally, fertilize once or twice a year; perhaps more if you notice yellowing, weeds, or slow growth.