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Category: General Lawn Care

General lawn care advice.

How to Treat Powdery Mildew On Your Lawn

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: November 5, 2024
General Lawn Care

When we look outside at our lawn, we expect—or rather hope—to see healthy, green grass. If you quickly peek out […]

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What is Thatch in Your Lawn?

By Janine Caayao | Updated: March 3, 2025
General Lawn Care

Thatch is the layer of organic matter that develops between the grass and the soil. In this article, discover what thatch is and its implications for your lawn.

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Guide to Growing Perennial Ryegrass

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: December 14, 2024
General Lawn Care

Need grass in a jiffy but don’t want to spend the money and break your back laying sod? Look no […]

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Guide to Growing Fine Fescues

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: August 5, 2024
General Lawn Care

Dreaming of a meadow-like lawn that doesn’t need mowing or constant fertilizer? Or struggling with shaded areas where finicky, high-maintenance […]

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Guide to Growing Kentucky Bluegrass

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: August 5, 2024
General Lawn Care

The grass is always greener on the other side, or so the saying goes. But all that can change, and […]

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Guide to Growing Buffalograss

By Amanda Shiffler | Published: July 24, 2023
General Lawn Care

Whether you’re looking for a low-maintenance lawn or trying to incorporate native species into your landscape, you should put buffalograss […]

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DIY Hydroseeding Guide

By Janine Caayao | Updated: October 20, 2023
General Lawn Care

Are you thinking of starting your lawn over from scratch? As a seeding method, hydroseeding can give you the best […]

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What is Hydroseeding?

By Janine Caayao | Published: July 24, 2023
General Lawn Care

Are you thinking of growing a new lawn? You might hesitate because laying sod is expensive, while traditional seeding takes […]

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Benefits of Hydroseeding

By Janine Caayao | Published: July 24, 2023
General Lawn Care

Hydroseeding is gaining popularity as a seeding method because of its many pros. This is the case not just for […]

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Beneficial Nematodes: Where to Buy Them and How to Use Them

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

Many gardeners and lawn owners wonder about this miracle organic pest control solution: beneficial nematodes. Where can you buy them? […]

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