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Category: General Lawn Care

General lawn care advice.

How to Use Mulch in the Yard

By Austin Geiger | Published: February 28, 2025
General Lawn Care

Apply mulch evenly after removing weeds from the soil, and never bunch mulch around plants

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How Long Should I Water My Lawn?

By Beck Carter | Published: February 28, 2025
General Lawn Care

You should water your lawn about an hour per week in two 30-minute sessions, on average.

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6 Signs Your Lawn Has Grubs

By Beck Carter | Published: February 28, 2025
General Lawn Care

Discolored turf, thinning or dead grass patches, and even critters foraging in your yard are all signs your lawn has grubs

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How to Apply Liquid Fertilizer to Your Lawn

By Austin Geiger | Updated: March 5, 2025
General Lawn Care

Applying liquid fertilizer to the lawn is a seven-step process. The first step is to find the right kind of fertilizer for your grass.

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Mulching vs. Side Discharge: The Best Way to Deal with Grass Clippings

By Janine Caayao | Published: February 24, 2025
General Lawn Care

Side discharge is faster, but doesn’t offer free nutrients like mulching lawn clippings does. Learn more about mulching vs. side discharge in this article.

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How Soil pH Affects Lawn Health

By Jeffery Keusseyan | Published: February 23, 2025
General Lawn Care

An increase in plant-toxic elements and decrease in beneficial nutrients is how soil pH affects lawn health. Aim for a soil pH between 6 and 7.

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How to Fix Patchy Grass

By Beck Carter | Published: February 23, 2025
General Lawn Care

Repair patchy grass using grass seed or sod. Prep soil, spread grass seed, rake, and cover. For sod, measure well, and ensure it’s level.

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Overseeding vs. Slit Seeding: What’s the Difference?

By Luminita Toma | Published: February 23, 2025
General Lawn Care

The difference between overseeding and slit seeding? Overseeding involves spreading seeds on top of the soil, while slit seeding uses a machine for deeper planting.

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When to Dethatch Your Lawn

By Sinziana Spiridon | Updated: March 3, 2025
General Lawn Care

The best time to dethatch your lawn is during your grass’s optimal growth period: late spring in the South or early spring/early fall in the North.

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Hydroseeding vs. Sod: Which Is Right For You?

By Rela Catucod | Updated: May 16, 2025
General Lawn Care

Explore the differences in hydroseeding vs. sod for your lawn: Sod offers instant beauty, while hydroseeding is more cost-effective for larger lawns.

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