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Author: Melanie Joseph

With hands-on experience in gardening and lawn care, Melanie has been a dedicated writer for LawnStarter for years now. She’s passionate about sharing practical tips to help homeowners cultivate healthier, greener yards — one blade of grass at a time.

How to Tell if Your Lawn Needs Sulfur

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: October 22, 2025
General Lawn Care

Don’t ignore the signs your lawn needs sulfur, including yellowing of new grass growth, stunted growth, and poor root development.

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When is the Best Time to Apply Sulfur to Your Lawn?

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: October 22, 2025
General Lawn Care

The best time to apply sulfur to lawns is early fall and late spring, but the best window will depend on your geographical location.

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Yard-Core! Superfans Show Team Spirit Through Lawn Art

By Melanie Joseph | Published: October 16, 2025
General Lawn Care

Discover how the sports team lawn logo trend started and how you can prep and paint your lawn with your team’s logo without damaging it.

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Why Should You Aerate Your Lawn?

By Melanie Joseph | Published: August 6, 2025
General Lawn Care

Reasons why you should aerate your lawn include relieving soil compaction, improving water absorption, and controlling weeds and thatch.

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How to Keep Mulch in Place

By Melanie Joseph | Published: July 29, 2025
Landscaping

Explore 9 ways to keep mulch in place, such as creating a mulch trench or installing proper edging, to ensure your mulch won’t go to waste.

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How to Fix Dry Patches on Your Lawn

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: July 28, 2025
General Lawn Care

To fix dry patches on your lawn, you’ll need to adjust your watering, mowing, or aeration, depending on the cause, such as drought, compaction, or thatch.

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6 Best Grasses to Walk On Barefoot

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: July 16, 2025
General Lawn Care

The best grasses to walk on barefoot, such as Zoysiagrass and Kentucky bluegrass, provide a soft and lush surface for shoeless walking.

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11 Health Benefits of Walking Barefoot on Grass

By Melanie Joseph | Published: July 15, 2025
General Lawn Care

Improved sleep quality, lower stress hormones, and enhanced heart health are just some of the health benefits of walking barefoot on grass.

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How Often to Water Grass in Summer

By Melanie Joseph | Published: June 24, 2025
General Lawn Care

Use our guide and watering calculator to determine how often to water grass in summer, which depends on your grass type, soil type, and climate zone.

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Best Drought-Tolerant Ground Covers

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: July 31, 2025
General Lawn Care

Don’t let the heat ruin your chance of having a beautiful yard. Choose from the best drought-tolerant ground covers, such as desert marigold and sedum, for your region.

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