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Author: Teresa Joaquim

Teresa is a plant enthusiast and creative writer who has been writing for LawnStarter for years, using her background in research to write about lawn care and all things green. A proud mom of two rescued cats, she also has a special love for animals.

How to Get Rid of Mole Crickets in Your Lawn

By Teresa Joaquim | Updated: June 24, 2025
Pest control

Mole crickets are strange-looking pests that burrow underground, feeding on the roots and blades of your grass. This article will walk you through how to get rid of mole crickets with pesticides or natural methods.

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A Guide to Eco-Friendly Lawn Care

By Teresa Joaquim | Updated: June 2, 2025
General Lawn Care

Our guide to eco-friendly lawn care includes simple measures that you can apply today: adopting smart watering strategies, using natural lawn fertilizers, switching to sustainable mowing practices, and managing weeds and pests naturally.

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7 Best Pre-Emergent Herbicides for Lawns in 2025

By Teresa Joaquim | Updated: March 26, 2025
Reviews

Pre-emergent herbicides prevent weeds from sprouting in your yard. Scotts Halts Crabgrass and Grassy Weed Preventer is the best pre-emergent for your lawn.

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How to Get Rid of Crabgrass in Your Yard

By Teresa Joaquim | Updated: April 29, 2025
General Lawn Care

You can eliminate crabgrass by hand-pulling the weeds, applying post-emergent herbicides, or hiring lawn care professionals. Let’s discuss how to get rid of crabgrass in your yard once and for all.

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5 Worst Trees to Plant in Virginia Beach

By Teresa Joaquim | Updated: May 27, 2025
Virginia, Virginia Beach, VA

Virginia Beach is frequently named one of the best places in the country to live. This beautiful city also has […]

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10 Best Native Trees to Plant in Virginia Beach

By Teresa Joaquim | Updated: May 27, 2025
Virginia, Virginia Beach, VA

Thanks to balmy summers and mild winters, the Virginia Beach area is bursting with exceptional native tree species. Narrowing the […]

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6 Worst Lawn Pests That Bug Virginia Beach

By Teresa Joaquim | Updated: May 27, 2025
Virginia, Virginia Beach, VA

We spend all winter dreaming about summer and the balmy days and nights gathered in the yard, around the grill, […]

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How to Treat Brown Patch Disease in Your Lawn

By Teresa Joaquim | Updated: June 30, 2025
General Lawn Care

To treat brown patch disease in your cool-season lawn, reduce moisture, improve air circulation, mow and fertilize correctly, and apply fungicide treatments.

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9 Summer Lawn Care Tips for Homeowners in Cleveland, Ohio

By Teresa Joaquim | Updated: April 16, 2025
Cleveland, Ohio

Oh, “Sweet days of summer, when July is dressed up and playing her tune!”* While a summer breeze might be […]

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9 Tips for Winter Lawn Care in Virginia Beach, VA

By Teresa Joaquim | Updated: April 22, 2025
Virginia, Virginia Beach, VA

With cold and windy days, winter in Virginia Beach is generally mild, but it’s important to be prepared for occasional […]

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