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Author: Jeff Herman

Jeff Herman, editor-in-chief of LawnStarter, mowed lawns as a teen, and his uncle owned the biggest sod business in St. Louis. Previously, Herman worked at The New York Times, CreditCards.com, and most recently at AllAboutVision.com. Now Herman is All About Lawn Care.

What Is Aeration? [Video]

By Jeff Herman | Updated: March 24, 2025
General Lawn Care

What is aeration? The process of aeration pokes holes in compacted soil to improve its ability to breathe and make […]

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When Should I Fertilize My Lawn? [Video]

By Jeff Herman | Updated: October 24, 2025
General Lawn Care

Every week, people write LawnStarter asking for advice on a variety of lawn care related topics. Some folks even send […]

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How Long Should Your Grass Be? [Video]

By Jeff Herman | Updated: October 24, 2025
General Lawn Care, Grass Guides

The very first LawnStarter Mail Bag is here! Every week, people write LawnStarter asking for advice on a variety of […]

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4 Best Grass Types for Austin

By Jeff Herman | Updated: August 6, 2025
Austin, TX

The best grass types for Austin are drought-tolerant and low maintenance. That puts St. Augustine and Bermudagrass at the top of the list.

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