Besides supporting beneficial insects and wildlife, eco-friendly grass alternatives like ground covers, native plants, ornamental grasses, and wildflower meadows can also reduce your mowing, watering, and fertilizer needs. We’ll discuss these and other grass alternatives for an eco-friendly landscape.
Category: General Lawn Care
General lawn care advice.
Lawn Fungus Treatments: Costs, Types, and Do They Work?
Uncover the truth about lawn fungus treatments. Our guide breaks down costs, types, and effectiveness, helping you make an informed decision.
Fusarium Blight: How to Identify, Control, and Prevent It
Fusarium blight is a fungal disease commonly seen in cool-season lawns during summer. Learn to spot it, kill it, and keep it from coming back.
How to Grow and Maintain a Creeping Bentgrass Lawn
Growing creeping bentgrass requires frequent mowing and pest monitoring. In the South, it requires frequent fertilizing, aeration, and more.
When to Mow Your Yard this Spring
Considered by many a gateway to the home, a neatly trimmed lawn sets the stage for a welcoming, nurturing atmosphere. […]
When Not to Mow Your Lawn
We talk in-depth about how and when to cut your lawn, but don’t spend much time discussing whether there are […]
What is Fertilizer Burn?
Fertilizer burn happens when excessive fertilizer is applied to your lawn. Discover the causes of fertilizer burn, how to identify it, and how to distinguish it from other lawn issues.
13 Spring Lawn Care Tips
Cleaning the yard and aerating are the first steps on the journey to a healthy lawn. Discover 13 spring lawn care tips for a strong start to the season.
Cities Limiting Use of Lawn Fertilizers and Pesticides
If you’re apt to pull the trigger on a bottle of weed and feed and launch an all-out chemical assault […]
California’s Green Lawn Care Law: How It Affects You
California’s ban of the sale of new gas-powered lawn care equipment affects homeowners and pros. Here’s what you need to know.