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Author: Janine Caayao

Janine Caayao has always been fascinated with growing plants, from fruits and veggies to bonsai trees and orchids. Now, she’s interested in urban gardening with her family. She loves finding new tips and tricks to keep their plants thriving.

How to Weed Whack Your Lawn Like a Pro

By Janine Caayao | Updated: December 14, 2024
General Lawn Care

With a rapidly spinning string to cut grass and weeds, a weed whacker might be intimidating to use if you’ve […]

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The Best Types of Sod for Your Lawn

By Janine Caayao | Updated: December 12, 2024
General Lawn Care

The best sod types for northern lawns include Kentucky bluegrass and fescues, while the best for southern lawns include Zoysia and Bahiagrass.

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The 6 Best Sod Cutters of 2026 [Reviews]

By Janine Caayao | Updated: January 1, 2026
Reviews

Are you planning to remove grass from your lawn for a landscaping project? There are a few ways to get […]

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What is Thatch in Your Lawn?

By Janine Caayao | Updated: March 3, 2025
General Lawn Care

Thatch is the layer of organic matter that develops between the grass and the soil. In this article, discover what thatch is and its implications for your lawn.

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DIY Hydroseeding Guide

By Janine Caayao | Updated: October 20, 2023
General Lawn Care

Are you thinking of starting your lawn over from scratch? As a seeding method, hydroseeding can give you the best […]

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11 Best Weed Killers for Flower Beds of 2026 [Reviews]

By Janine Caayao | Updated: January 1, 2026
Reviews

If pesky weeds start setting up shop next to your flower beds — or even in them! — they can […]

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12 Best Weed Killers of 2026 [Reviews]

By Janine Caayao | Updated: January 1, 2026
Reviews

If you could use one word to describe weeds, it would be “persistent.” While you could pull them out one […]

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Best Types of Grass for California

By Janine Caayao | Updated: April 4, 2025
California

Although it’s mostly known for its lovely Mediterranean climate, California’s temperatures can reach blazing highs and almost-freezing lows. As such, […]

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When to Fertilize Your Lawn in California

By Janine Caayao | Updated: October 22, 2024
California

Find out when to fertilize your lawn in California with this article. Timing differs for Northern, Central, and Southern California.

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Best Grass Seed for Arkansas

By Janine Caayao | Updated: April 2, 2024
Arkansas

Picking the best grass seed for your Arkansas lawn is not as straightforward as it seems. Because the Natural State […]

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