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Category: General Lawn Care

General lawn care advice.

How Long Does Grass Seed Take to Grow? (3-30 days)

By Andréa Butler | Published: November 4, 2025
General Lawn Care

New grass seed takes 3 days to 1 month to germinate, depending on the grass type, climate, and soil conditions. Plant ryegrass for fastest growth.

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What’s the Best Height to Cut Your Grass?

By Melanie Joseph | Published: November 4, 2025
General Lawn Care

Discover the best mowing height for your grass with our easy-to-read chart. We’ll break down the cutting heights for each grass type for a thriving lawn.

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How to Tell if Your Lawn Needs Sulfur

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: March 29, 2026
General Lawn Care

Don’t ignore the signs your lawn needs sulfur, including yellowing of new grass growth, stunted growth, and poor root development.

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When is the Best Time to Apply Sulfur to Your Lawn?

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: October 22, 2025
General Lawn Care

The best time to apply sulfur to lawns is early fall and late spring, but the best window will depend on your geographical location.

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Yard-Core! Superfans Show Team Spirit Through Lawn Art

By Melanie Joseph | Updated: January 13, 2026
General Lawn Care

Discover how the sports team lawn logo trend started and how you can prep and paint your lawn with your team’s logo without damaging it.

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Benefits of Dormant Seeding Your Lawn

By Danielle Gorski | Published: October 9, 2025
General Lawn Care

Take a look at the many benefits of dormant seeding your lawn, including fewer weeds, greater drought resistance, and less watering.

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How to Plant Kentucky Bluegrass Seed

By Rela Catucod | Updated: October 9, 2025
General Lawn Care

Learn how to plant Kentucky bluegrass with our guide. Prepare your soil, sow the seeds, and water properly to grow a lush, blue-green lawn.

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How Much Water Does St. Augustinegrass Need?

By Amanda Shiffler | Updated: March 26, 2026
General Lawn Care

St. Augustinegrass needs 1 inch of water weekly. Learn how to adjust watering frequency and timing by season, soil type, and growth stage for a healthy lawn.

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How to Choose the Best Fall Lawn Fertilizer

By Sinziana Spiridon | Published: September 8, 2025
General Lawn Care

To choose the best fall lawn fertilizer, consider the type of grass, soil test results, and time of application. More details in our guide.

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When is the Best Time to Apply Fall Fertilizer?

By Sinziana Spiridon | Published: September 8, 2025
General Lawn Care

The best time to apply fall fertilizer is when soil temperatures reach 50 F to 65 F for cool-season grasses, and 65 F to 75 F for warm-season varieties.

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