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Category: General Lawn Care

General lawn care advice.

How to String a Weed Eater

By Janine Caayao | Updated: December 14, 2024
General Lawn Care

Stringing a weed eater doesn’t have to be hard. You can do it in minutes. Learn how to string a weed eater with this handy step-by-step guide.

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How to Weed Whack Your Lawn Like a Pro

By Janine Caayao | Updated: December 14, 2024
General Lawn Care

With a rapidly spinning string to cut grass and weeds, a weed whacker might be intimidating to use if you’ve […]

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The Best Types of Sod for Your Lawn

By Janine Caayao | Updated: December 12, 2024
General Lawn Care

The best sod types for northern lawns include Kentucky bluegrass and fescues, while the best for southern lawns include Zoysia and Bahiagrass.

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Top 14 FAQs About California’s Green Lawn Care Law

By Sinziana Spiridon | Updated: January 1, 2025
General Lawn Care

California soon will ban gas-powered lawn equipment. Learn which tools are out, if you can buy second-hand, or use the tools you already own.

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Organic Herbicides: A Comprehensive Guide

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: February 24, 2025
General Lawn Care

Organic herbicides use eco-friendly ingredients like vinegar, clove oil, or corn gluten meal to dry out plants or prevent sprouting.

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How to Use Diatomaceous Earth for Lawn Pest Control

By Sinziana Spiridon | Updated: March 17, 2024
General Lawn Care

Wondering how to use diatomaceous earth for lawn pest control? Spread a thin coat of food-grade diatomaceous earth (DE) on […]

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How to Level a Yard

By Joyce Starr | Updated: December 14, 2024
General Lawn Care

Is your lawn suffering a sudden identity crisis due to ruts, low spots, small hills, or ridges, leading to a […]

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How to Aerate Your Lawn

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: August 16, 2025
General Lawn Care

To aerate your lawn, choose the right tool and prepare your lawn first. You’ll also need post-aeration cleanup and care, which we’ll discuss here.

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How Long to Water Your Lawn in Summer

By Maria Isabela Reis | Updated: December 12, 2024
General Lawn Care

As the sun claims its place in the sky during the warmest months, homeowners often wonder exactly how long to […]

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Lawn Scalping: What Is It and When to Do It

By Maria Isabela Reis | Updated: October 24, 2024
General Lawn Care

While it might sound counterintuitive to cut your grass down to the nub, this practice, known as lawn scalping, is […]

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