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You should test the soil pH of your lawn to check that it’s balanced, rule out pH issues on a struggling lawn, and track pH changes after adding amendments.

The signs of alkaline soil in your lawn include discolored grass, poor growth, thinning turf, ineffective fertilization, and an increase in diseases and weeds.

The signs of acidic soil in lawns include yellow or brown grass, slow growth, ineffective fertilization, dying grass, and more diseases and weeds.

You can safely apply lime and fertilizer to your lawn at the same time, but use lime only if a soil test recommends it, and apply it properly.

Knowing what to do after dethatching your lawn is vital for your grass’s health. Learn more about post-dethatch care here.

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

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

The most common signs you have grubs in your lawn include brown patches, grass that peels back, and bird activity. Learn how to identify these pests.