Most weeds are irritating, vexing, annoying, but cheatgrass is downright dangerous. Commonly called downy brome, this invasive grass is commonly […]
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What is Cheatgrass
Cheatgrass just might be the most dangerous and invasive plant you’ve never heard of. It’s also known as downy brome, […]
8 Best Gardening Gloves of 2025 [Reviews]
Say farewell to blisters and a chipped manicure from tending to your greenery or harvesting your vegetables. These eight gardening […]
2022’s Best Cities for Hipsters
If you love all things indie, vintage, and obscure, then you’re likely to thrive in one of 2022’s Best Cities […]
How Often Should You Replace Mulch?
Replace or refresh organic mulch once a year. But just how often you should replace mulch depends on what type of mulch you have and your local climate.
Is Roundup Dangerous?
Is Roundup dangerous? Or is it safe? You’ve likely heard of Roundup either because it’s a popular, inexpensive, effective herbicide […]
How to Prune Crape Myrtles
Crape myrtles are beautiful, blossoming trees that add to yards year-round, so don’t let your pruning job wreck the upcoming […]
How to Get Rid of Dollar Spot
To get rid of dollar spot fungus, provide enough nitrogen, water the grass early in the morning, ensure good soil drainage, and raise your mowing height.
What is Dollar Spot?
Dollar spot is a foliar disease of turfgrasses caused by Clarireedia fungi and spread through wind, water, equipment, and foot traffic.
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 […]