Dollar spot is a foliar disease of turfgrasses caused by Clarireedia fungi and spread through wind, water, equipment, and foot traffic.
Category: General Lawn Care
General lawn care advice.
Red Thread and Pink Patch: What They Are and How to Get Rid of Them
If you’re seeing patches of withering grass in your yard with a tell-tale pinkish tint, the common fungal lawn diseases […]
When is the Best Time to Mow My Lawn?
Creating and maintaining a great lawn takes know-how. Like mowing. Knowing the best time to mow your lawn, experts say, […]
What is Fairy Ring and How to Get Rid of It
While you tend to your lawn this spring, you may discover a mysterious ring of grass or mushrooms in your […]
How to Control Nutsedge in Your Yard
When you see clumps of grass-like weeds taking over your lawn, your first thought might be crabgrass. A closer look […]
Guide to Weed Control in Your Yard
When your lawn is speckled with yellow flowers, ground ivy, and wild onions, you have a weed problem. Our guide […]
Integrated Pest Management for the Lawn
Pesticides are convenient, fast-acting lawn pest management tools, but are not a long-term solution. For pest control that keeps the […]
Does ‘No Mow May’ Support Pollinators?
“No Mow May” — where homeowners don’t mow for the month to benefit pollinators — has both champions and critics. Explore the debate between conservation benefits and practical challenges as cities adopt this growing movement, and discover whether this one-size-fits-all approach truly delivers on its environmental promises. Can skipping lawn maintenance really help pollinators?
How to Make Your Own Fertilizer at Home
Fertilizer prices have skyrocketed recently, leaving many homeowners wondering how to save money and prepare their own plant food. At […]
How to Get Rid of Mushrooms in Your Yard
To get rid of mushrooms in your yard, you can manually pluck them out one by one. You can also use a mixture of water and vinegar, baking soda, or dish soap.