Leaves, compost, and bark chunks release beneficial nutrients back into the soil during decomposition. Here are nine types of organic mulch for your lawn.
Author: Jeffery Keusseyan
Jeffery Keusseyan brings his passion for nature into his love of writing to produce fun, informative content. With thorough research and hands-on experience, he provides readers with varoius lawn mowing tips and landscaping ideas.
How Soil pH Affects Lawn Health
An increase in plant-toxic elements and decrease in beneficial nutrients is how soil pH affects lawn health. Aim for a soil pH between 6 and 7.
How to Get Rid of Torpedograss in Your Lawn
Torpedograss chokes your grass and favorite flowers. Use a chemical, mechanical, or organic control method to get rid of torpedograss in your lawn.
Common California Weeds
Bluegrass, crabgrass, bermudagrass, dandelions, common chickweed, and white clover are some common California weeds. Learn to identify them.
How and When to Fertilize Fescue
Fall is the best time to fertilize fescue (both fine and tall fescue). Apply fertilizer in spring only if needed. We’ll also cover how much fertilizer to apply.
Liquid Aeration vs. Core Aeration: What’s the Difference?
Heavily compacted soil needs rescuing, but there’s the choice of liquid aeration vs core aeration. Core aeration has the pros’ thumbs-up.
How and When to Fertilize Buffalograss Lawns
The summer months are when to fertilize buffalograss to maintain a vigorous lawn. Learn why two nitrogen-rich applications are better than a one-time spread.
How to Mulch Around Trees (The Right Way)
Before spreading mulch, it’s important to remove undesired weeds and loosen the soil. Let’s explore how to mulch around trees and help them thrive in your lawn.
When Is It Too Late to Aerate and Overseed Your Lawn?
It is too late to aerate and overseed your lawn in early winter or late summer, depending on whether you have cool- or warm-season grass.
Core Aeration vs. Spike Aeration: What’s the Difference?
When your gloomy lawn is suffocating from compacted soil, it’s time to rent an aerator. But should you perform core […]