Leaf spot is a fungal disease that infects stressed grass with unsightly lesions. Learn how to identify leaf spot in your lawn to prevent further damage.
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Use our guide and watering calculator to determine how often to water grass in summer, which depends on your grass type, soil type, and climate zone.
How to Protect Your Lawn During Outdoor Events
Protect your lawn during outdoor events by mowing taller and not watering before the event, creating pathways, and using turf protection mats. You can also overseed, fertilize, and water well to revive your lawn after the event.
Kickin’ the Grass for FIFA Club World Cup 2025
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How to Mow Wet Grass
Several mowing strategies will help you mow wet grass: Mow slowly, don’t bag the grass clippings, and follow good maintenance practices, like keeping your lawn mower blades sharp and raising your mowing height.
Best Drought-Tolerant Ground Covers
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Which U.S. counties are most likely to be impacted by tropical cyclones? Discover 2024’s Most Hurricane-Vulnerable Counties.