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Category: General Lawn Care

General lawn care advice.

How to Apply Liquid Fertilizer to Your Lawn: 7-Step Guide

By Maria Isabela Reis | Updated: August 7, 2026
General Lawn Care

Liquid fertilizer usually has to be diluted and applied evenly on the lawn with the right equipment. Learn how to apply liquid fertilizer in 7 simple steps.

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Mulching vs. Side Discharge: The Best Way to Deal with Grass Clippings

By Janine Caayao | Updated: November 3, 2026
General Lawn Care

Side discharge is faster, but doesn’t offer free nutrients like mulching lawn clippings does. Learn more about mulching vs. side discharge in this article.

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Slit Seeding vs. Overseeding: Which Is Best for Your Lawn?

By Maria Isabela Reis | Updated: August 7, 2026
General Lawn Care

Slit seeding fixes bare, damaged lawns while overseeding thickens healthy turf. Compare germination, costs, and timing.

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When to Dethatch Your Lawn

By Sinziana Spiridon | Updated: October 5, 2026
General Lawn Care

Learn when to dethatch your lawn by grass type and region, how to tell if you need it, and the ideal weather to protect your grass from stress.

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Hydroseeding vs. Sod: Which Is Right For You?

By Maria Isabela Reis | Updated: August 7, 2026
General Lawn Care

Hydroseeding costs less and builds stronger roots while sod gives you instant results. Compare price, timeline, and best use cases in this article.

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Sod vs. Seed: Which Is Right for You?

By Maria Isabela Reis | Updated: August 7, 2026
General Lawn Care

Is sod better than seed? Compare costs, timing, and weed control properties in this guide. Sod delivers instant results while seed offers lower costs.

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Slow-Release vs Quick-Release Fertilizer

By Whitney Lehnecker | Published: February 17, 2025
General Lawn Care

Explore the essential differences between slow-release and quick-release fertilizers, their advantages, and how to select the best option for your lawn’s needs.

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How to Choose The Right Lawn Spreader 

By Whitney Lehnecker | Updated: January 13, 2026
General Lawn Care

Find the best lawn spreader for your yard with our expert guide. Learn the differences between the types of spreaders to ensure even coverage and a healthy, green lawn.

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How to Prevent Thatch in Your Lawn

By Sinziana Spiridon | Updated: March 3, 2025
General Lawn Care

To prevent thatch in your lawn, reduce pesticides and nitrogen, aerate, and spread topdressing two to four times a year.

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When to Apply Pre-Emergent Herbicide (Spring & Fall Guide)

By Danielle Gorski | Updated: August 7, 2026
General Lawn Care

Learn when to apply pre-emergent herbicide: spring at 50 to 55 degrees soil temp and fall at 70 degrees. Time it right to stop weeds before they start.

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