Do you know your Peruvian bat guano from your liquid kelp? If so, chances are you are a fan of organic lawn care. Advocates for this more-natural set of lawn and gardening practices argue that if you rely on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, your green lawn isn’t environmentally green. “I think synthetic fertilizers have run their […]
This type of audit you don’t need to be afraid of, even if you do get soaked. A lawn sprinkler audit done annually is one of the best home improvement investments you can make so your lawn stays lush and your water bills stay low. “Nationwide,” according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, “landscape […]
The verdict is in from gardeners, environmentalists, and scientists: Don’t bag your grass clippings. Let them mulch your yard. Your lawn and the environment will both be happier for it. In the not-too-distant past, the standard advice was the opposite. We thought bagging was better and believed grass clippings contributed […]
Growing a new lawn from grass seed is one of the easiest — and most-satisfying — home improvement tasks a homeowner can tackle. With just a little time and know-how, you can bring to life a beautiful expanse of green grass. Here’s how to grow a lawn from grass seed, […]
ABCs of lawn mowing: How to mow, when to mow, what to mow with Lawn mowing is an important part of keeping your grass healthy and looking good. Done wrong, and your green expanse could turn brown and unattractive. And no fun at all to play on. “Without regular mowing, […]
While you’ve stayed toasty in your warm house this winter, your lawn hasn’t had that comfy choice. It’s been out in the cold, perhaps getting damaged. Whether your winter was mild or polar vortexted, spring’s approach and the melting of the snow cover gives you a chance to see if you […]
We have gathered the definitions of common lawn care terms, from acidic soil to Zoysiagrass. And we promise that this glossary will be more interesting than watching grass grow. Acidic soil Also known as “sour soil,” acidic soil is soil with a pH of less than 7. Its opposite is […]
Summer lawn care in Phoenix, AZ can seem a daunting task with the desert climate. Thankfully the rain season is upon homeowners in the summer months, making it a little easier to provide care for what can be a more dry soil base. Some people will sink thousands into the […]
Living in Phoenix, Arizona–the fall weather patterns have quite the range from lows of 70’s and highs of 100’s in September to lows of 50’s and highs of 70’s by November. A range that can really affect your lawn and the care needed for it in order to thrive through the mild […]
Spring is a time of rebirth all over the United States, including sunny south Florida, but getting your lawn ready for warmer weather is a bit different for Miami residents who want to vamp their lawns. You have to consider shade, soil, and sunshine as you plan out your landscaping […]