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Author: Sinziana Spiridon
Sinziana Spiridon is an outdoorsy blog writer with a green thumb and a passion for organic gardening. When not writing about weeds, pests, soil, and growing plants, she's tending to her veggie garden and the lovely turf strip in her front yard.
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When is the Best Time to Apply Fall Fertilizer?
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How Often Should You Overseed Your Lawn?
Overseed thin and weak lawns annually until thickened, then reduce to once every 2-3 years. Learn more about how often you should overseed the lawn.
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