To get rid of lawn gnats, avoid overwatering, clear organic debris, and use treatments like beneficial nematodes or insecticidal sprays (only if necessary).
Author: Luminita Toma
Luminita Toma is a nature-loving writer who simply adores pretty flowers and lawns. After plenty of research and writing on lawn care and gardening, she has a keen eye for plants and their maintenance. When she has some spare time, there's nothing she enjoys more than chilling with her friends, hitting the theatre, or traveling.
How to Aerate and Overseed Your Lawn
Here’s how to aerate and overseed: rent a core aerator, sprinkle the right seeds, and water regularly. We’ll also cover post-treatment tips.
How To Measure a Yard (5 Simple Steps)
Here’s how to measure a yard: Measure the length and width of squares. Measure the radius of circles. Divide odd shapes into small squares and rectangles.
When and How to Treat a Heat-Stressed Lawn
Learn when and how to treat a heat-stressed lawn. Spot the signs of distress ASAP, water 1.5 inches per week, and keep the mower blade high.
How to Achieve a Dark Green Lawn (7 Tips)
Wondering how to get a dark green lawn? Test your soil, choose the right grass variety, fertilize, and add iron. Remember to water deeply and mow regularly.
Why Is My Grass Dying Even Though I Water It?
Why is your grass dying even though you water it? Overwatering, pests, fungi, and bad mowing habits could be the culprits. Get tips to green up your lawn.
How to Mow Tall Grass In Your Lawn
Discover how to mow tall grass in manageable steps. Cut grass one-third shorter each time, allowing recovery time between sessions for optimal results.
Best Grass Seed for the Midwest
The Midwest offers a distinct dance of cold winters and hot, humid summers, making lawn care a lively challenge. Unsurprisingly, […]
The Best Grass Seed for Illinois
Living in Illinois, you surely know why it’s called The Prairie State, thanks to the miles and miles of prairie […]
10 Native Illinois Flowers for Your Garden
Illinois boasts a wide variety of native flora, but sadly, its indigenous blossoms are under threat from invasive foreign species. […]