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Which U.S. states are the best for harvesting edible wildlife and exploring unique culinary experiences? Check out 2024’s Top States for Edible Insect and Wildlife Cuisine.
Should You Put Straw Over Grass Seed?
There are several pros and cons to putting straw over grass seed. Straw protects the seeds from erosion and birds, but it may attract pests.
10 Tips on How to Thicken Your Lawn
Regular lawn maintenance keeps lawns thick and healthy. How to thicken your lawn: mow, fertilize, dethatch, aerate, and overseed regularly.
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Fleas in your yard? Learn 5 signs to watch for, from itchy ankle bites and a scratching pet to the simple white sock test that confirms an infestation.
Best Ways to Clean Up Leaves in Your Yard
Discover the best ways to clean up leaves in your yard — from raking and using leaf blowers to mulch mowing, vacuuming, and shredding.
7 California Native Grasses to Replace Your Lawn
If you’re looking for California native grasses to replace your lawn, consider varieties like Junegrass, deergrass, or blue grama.
8 Signs Your Lawn Needs Watering
If the grass begins to look gray and dull, the soil is bone dry, or a trail of footprints is visible in your grass, it’s a sign that your lawn needs watering.
How to Tell If Grass Seed Is Still Good
Grass seed that’s still good is uniform in color, smells fresh, feels solid and firm, and has good weight. Learn other ways to tell if grass seed is viable.
How to Rake Leaves
Learn how to rake leaves, which involves choosing the right tools and timing in addition to using proper techniques and disposal.