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Author: Harley Grandone

Harley Grandone, a writer and landscape designer, enjoys writing for LawnStarter. After 20+ years of being a landscape designer, she’s delighted to be able to combine her love of writing with her industry experience.

How to Mulch Your Yard: A Step-by-Step Guide

By Harley Grandone | Updated: May 7, 2025
Landscaping

As an experienced landscape designer, I’ll share pro tips for how to mulch your yard, including how to calculate the amount needed and apply it correctly.

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Reasons Why Weeds Grow in Your Lawn

By Harley Grandone | Updated: April 16, 2025
General Lawn Care

Explore with me the many reasons why weeds grow in your lawn, including poor soil quality, improper mowing, and seed dispersal by birds.

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When to Plant Grass Seed in Cedar Rapids

By Harley Grandone | Published: September 12, 2024
Cedar Rapids, IA

The best time to plant grass seed in Cedar Rapids is mid-August (the ideal time) through mid to late September due to the warm days and cool nights.

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Grub Control Guide for Cedar Rapids

By Harley Grandone | Updated: November 5, 2024
Cedar Rapids, IA

Our grub control guide for Cedar Rapids covers everything from how to identify grubs and their damage in your lawn to how to prevent and control them.

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The Best Time to Aerate Your Lawn in Cedar Rapids

By Harley Grandone | Updated: September 12, 2024
Cedar Rapids, IA

The best time to aerate your lawn in Cedar Rapids is in the fall, with spring being the second-best time.

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Are Gas Leaf Blowers Banned in Massachusetts?

By Harley Grandone | Updated: December 14, 2024
Massachusetts

Some cities are banning or restricting gas leaf blowers in Massachusetts. Discover regulations affecting gas leaf blowers in the Bay State.

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22 Pennsylvania Native Plants

By Harley Grandone | Updated: December 2, 2024
Pennsylvania

Discover these 22 native plants in Pennsylvania, their characteristics, and how to identify them.

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How to Clean and Change a Lawn Mower Air Filter

By Harley Grandone | Updated: April 7, 2025
Lawn Care Equipment

Knowing how to clean and change a lawn mower air filter will keep your mower in top condition, boost engine performance, and reduce long-term wear and tear.

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11 Common Lawn Weeds in Pennsylvania: How To Identify and Control Them

By Harley Grandone | Updated: July 18, 2024
Pennsylvania

In the spring, millions of yellow flowers arrive on everyone’s lawn; they then transform into puffballs and are carried off […]

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Best Grass Seed for New Jersey

By Harley Grandone | Updated: December 15, 2024
New Jersey

If you’re an Easterner and live in the Garden State, you know we have crazy weather extremes. One day, it […]

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