Your needs will dictate whether it’s better to rake or mulch leaves. For example, choose to rake for a tidy yard or mulch to reduce landfill waste.
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 Get Rid of Weeds in Flower Beds
To get rid of weeds in flower beds, manually remove them or apply an organic weed killer like vinegar. You can also use a chemical herbicide or a targeted strategy for stubborn weeds.
Best Ways to Clean Up Leaves in Your Yard
Discover the best ways to clean up leaves in your yard — from raking and using leaf blowers to mulch mowing, vacuuming, and shredding.
How to Tell If Grass Seed Is Still Good
Grass seed that’s still good is uniform in color, smells fresh, feels solid and firm, and has good weight. Learn other ways to tell if grass seed is viable.
How to Rake Leaves
Learn how to rake leaves, which involves choosing the right tools and timing in addition to using proper techniques and disposal.
What Is Mulch?
Made of organic or inorganic materials like wood chips, straw, gravel, or rocks, mulch is spread over landscapes to help retain soil moisture and prevent weeds while adding aesthetic appeal.
How to Use a Leaf Blower
From putting on safety equipment to using the right technique, you’ll learn how to use a leaf blower in our step-by-step guide.
Gas vs. Electric Lawn Mowers
Factors like cost, cutting power, and ease of use matter when choosing between gas vs. electric lawn mowers. Discover the ideal option for your yard.
How to Care for New Sod
Ensure your new lawn’s success by knowing how to care for new sod. Proper aftercare involves watering, checking root development, mowing, and fertilizing.
Types of Post-Emergent Herbicides
Discover the types of post-emergent herbicides (systemic, contact, selective, non-selective, granular, and liquid) that can kill the weeds on your lawn.