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Category: General Lawn Care
General lawn care advice.
Can You Dethatch and Aerate at the Same Time?
Yes, you can dethatch and aerate at the same time. In fact, performing both in the same season is key for a lush, healthy lawn.
Clover vs. Oxalis: What’s the Difference?
The main differences between clover and oxalis are their leaf shape and markings, flower structure, and color. Learn about the various types.
5 Clear Signs You Need to Overseed Your Lawn
Signs you need to overseed your lawn include worn-out grass, invading weeds, and thin turf growth.
Is White Clover Invasive?
White clover is undoubtedly invasive — trespassing in lawns, encroaching upon roadsides, and eradicating native plant populations. When left to […]
Best Time to Aerate and Overseed Your Lawn
Best time to aerate and overseed a lawn: Late summer and early fall for cool-season grasses, late spring and early summer for warm-season grasses.
When Is It Too Late to Aerate and Overseed Your Lawn?
It is too late to aerate and overseed your lawn in early winter or late summer, depending on whether you have cool- or warm-season grass.
Core Aeration vs. Spike Aeration: What’s the Difference?
When your gloomy lawn is suffocating from compacted soil, it’s time to rent an aerator. But should you perform core […]
When and How Often Should You Fertilize Your Lawn?
A soil test will advise how often you should fertilize your lawn. But generally, fertilize once or twice a year; perhaps more if you notice yellowing, weeds, or slow growth.
How and When to Fertilize Bermudagrass Lawns
The best time to fertilize bermudagrass is in the summer. However, a soil test may call for fertilization in late spring or fall, too.