You should always mow before fertilizing your lawn to remove debris and help the fertilizer penetrate the soil. Aim to mow a few days before application.
Category: General Lawn Care
General lawn care advice.
How to Use a Leaf Blower (Step-By-Step Guide)
From choosing the right climate condition for the task to using the appropriate technique, learn how to use a leaf blower step by step.
How to Prevent Grass Clumping When Mowing
Why is your grass clumping when mowing? Your lawn might be too wet or too tall, or your mower needs an upgrade.
How to Remove Weeds From Gravel (7 Methods)
Keep weeds at bay using vinegar, salt, herbicides, or a weed torch. Find out how to remove weeds from gravel both naturally and chemically.
How and When to Fertilize Zoysiagrass
Here’s when to fertilize zoysiagrass: in late spring or early summer, mid-summer, and late summer.
How and When to Fertilize Fescue
Fall is the best time to fertilize fescue (both fine and tall fescue). Apply fertilizer in spring only if needed. We’ll also cover how much fertilizer to apply.
How to Get Rid of Virginia Buttonweed in the Lawn
To kill Virginia buttonweed, spot-treat it with a post-emergent herbicide. We’ll show you how to get rid of Virginia buttonweed and how to identify it.
How to Get Rid of Doveweed in Your Lawn
Getting rid of doveweed in your lawn with either hand weeding or herbicides is an important part of maintaining your landscape.
Why Is Crabgrass Bad for the Lawn?
Crabgrass can overrun your lawn and steal necessary nutrients. We’ll show you why crabgrass is bad for the lawn, plus tips for preventing it.
6 Myths About Dog Urine Spots In the Lawn
There are many myths about dog urine spots that can be harmful to your lawn if you believe them, like fertilizer fixing spot damage. Debunk those myths here.