Colorado Springs summers are tough on cool-season grass. Learn how elevation, dry climate, and monsoon rains shape the right summer lawn care routine.
Author: Sinziana Spiridon
Sinziana Spiridon is an outdoorsy writer with a soft spot for organic gardening and over four years' experience covering lawn care. When not writing about weeds, pests, soil, and plant care, she's tending to her veggie garden, her greenhouse tomatoes, and the lovely turf strip in her front yard.
These Public Gardens Have the Most Stunning Lawns in America
Two gardens sit side by side in St. Louis. Both were founded by the same man in the second half […]
How to Tell You Have Compacted Soil (11 Signs)
Yellow grass, puddles, or bare patches? Use the screwdriver test and learn these 11 signs that signal soil compaction.
How to Fix Patchy Grass
Fix patchy grass by finding the cause, prepping your soil, and planting seed or sod. Learn the simple steps to repair bare spots for good.
Why Pre-Emergent Didn’t Work (and What to Do Now)
Pre-emergent won’t kill weeds that have already sprouted. If you’re seeing weeds after applying, here’s what went wrong and what to do.
How Soon Can You Overseed After Pre-Emergent?
Wait at least 12 weeks after pre-emergent before overseeding. Workarounds include Tenacity and breaking the chemical barrier to seed small patches.
How to Prepare a Soil Sample for Testing: 5 Simple Steps for Accurate Results
To prepare a soil sample, collect soil cores from your yard, combine them in a bucket, and submit it to your state’s extension service.
Spring Lawn Care by Soil Type
Stop following generic lawn advice. Discover how to adjust your spring care routine for clay, sandy, or loamy soil — and get better results.
How Snow and Ice Affect Your Lawn
Snow can protect or damage grass depending on the weather. Learn how snow and ice affect your lawn, why removal can backfire, and how to limit damage.
Signs of Frost Damage on Plants
Learn to identify signs of frost damage on plants: discolored shoots, translucent leaves, blackened buds. Expert advice on when to act and when to wait.