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Category: General Lawn Care

General lawn care advice.

What Is Aeration? [Video]

By Jeff Herman | Updated: March 24, 2025
General Lawn Care

What is aeration? The process of aeration pokes holes in compacted soil to improve its ability to breathe and make […]

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When Should I Fertilize My Lawn? [Video]

By Aaron Brooks | Updated: December 26, 2016
General Lawn Care

Every week, people write LawnStarter asking for advice on a variety of lawn care related topics. Some folks even send […]

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How Much Time Do Americans Spend on Yardwork? [Infographic]

By John Egan | Updated: December 15, 2024
General Lawn Care, Infographics

Here’s a mind-blowing stat: In 2014, American adults collectively spent more than 2.3 billion minutes on lawn care and gardening. […]

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Study: Half of Lawn Mower Injuries Involving Kids Require Amputation

By John Egan | Published: March 1, 2016
General Lawn Care

More than half of children injured in lawn mower accidents require an amputation of some sort, according to a study […]

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5 Best Grass Types in Jacksonville

By Tom McNiff | Updated: July 21, 2025
Florida, General Lawn Care, Grass Guides, Jacksonville, FL

While Jacksonville’s warm climate limits you to only warm-season grasses, you’re not left without choices. These are the 5 best […]

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How Long Should Your Grass Be? [Video]

By Aaron Brooks | Updated: June 22, 2024
General Lawn Care, Grass Guides

The very first LawnStarter Mail Bag is here! Every week, people write LawnStarter asking for advice on a variety of […]

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Winter Lawn Care Tips for Jacksonville, FL

By Janine Caayao | Updated: September 4, 2024
General Lawn Care, Jacksonville, FL

Although winters in Jacksonville are mild, the season can still do a number on your lawn. So, it’s as important […]

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How to Prepare your Lawn for Spring in 5 Easy Steps

By John Egan | Updated: June 22, 2024
General Lawn Care

In the middle of winter, the last thing you might care about is lawn care. Yet even though your grass […]

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10 Spring Lawn Care Tips for Jacksonville, FL

By Janine Caayao | Updated: April 7, 2023
Florida, General Lawn Care, Jacksonville, FL

Spring is an important time for your Jacksonville lawn; it’s the time for awakening and new growth. So, it’s important […]

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The 4 Most Common Grass Types in Fort Worth, TX

By Junie Lee | Updated: April 16, 2025
Fort Worth, TX, General Lawn Care

When it comes to unpredictability, Texas climate does it best. While summer generally guarantees scorching heat every day of the […]

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