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Soil testing can boost your lawn’s health. A soil test uncovers nutrient levels, spots imbalances, and identifies hidden issues.

Mulching grass clippings improves soil quality, feeds the grass, and reduces landfill waste, making it the best option for regular lawn maintenance. Bagging grass clippings is an occasional intervention ideal for solving lawn problems (e.g., tall grass, fungal diseases, or fall clean-up).

Learn to control onion grass and keep your garden pristine with simple steps like regular mowing and using corn gluten meal.

Test soil moisture using the look-and-feel method or invest in a soil moisture meter to get a precise reading.

Learn four easy ways to compost grass clippings for a lush lawn, including grasscycling and mulching. Turn your garden waste into gold.

Learn to analyze your soil with an at-home test kit: collect samples, mix with test reagents, compare color results to charts, and discover your soil’s pH and nutrient levels in minutes.

How long after weed and feed can you plant seed? Wait between four to six weeks to avoid herbicides damaging your new grass.

Armyworms are a type of caterpillar that marches and feeds in large groups, damaging crops, home lawns, and athletic fields.