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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 Get Rid of Weeds in Grass

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: March 25, 2025
General Lawn Care

Learn how to get rid of weeds in grass the right way — from hand-pulling and smothering to using herbicides and natural weed killers.

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When is the Best Time to Plant Grass Seed?

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: February 24, 2025
General Lawn Care

The best time to plant grass seed is late spring to early summer for warm-season grasses and late summer to early fall for cool-season grasses.

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How Much Does Landscape Edging Cost in 2025?

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: December 5, 2024
Cost

Also known as landscape curbing, edging creates a beautiful border for your garden, flower beds, or trees. Depending on the […]

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How Much, How Often, and How Best to Water Your Trees

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: May 16, 2025
Tree care

You don’t have to be a green thumb to know that trees need water to survive and thrive. While it’s […]

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How to Kill a Tree Stump

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: March 5, 2024
Tree care

With that big old tree now chopped down, it’s no longer a hazard to the power lines. And there’s more […]

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7 Best Grasses for High-Traffic Yards

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: June 30, 2025
General Lawn Care

The best grasses for high-traffic yards include perennial ryegrass and Bermudagrass. But your choice will depend mainly on your needs and location.

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How Much Does Bush Removal Cost in 2025?

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: December 10, 2024
Cost

Bush removal costs between $380 and $1,170 or around $770 on average, depending on factors like size and type of plant.

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9 Tree Stump Ideas to Elevate Your Yard

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: December 11, 2024
Tree care

It’s true that a tree stump – in its raw and unrefined look – does look ugly in any garden. […]

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How to Plant a Tree

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: December 11, 2024
Tree care

Planning to plant a tree in your backyard? Well, you’re off to a good start. But whether you already have […]

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Why You Shouldn’t Plant Trees Too Close to Your House

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: December 11, 2024
Tree care

Planting a tree in your yard not only adds more curb appeal and value to your home but also helps […]

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