Overfertilizing, using the wrong kind of fertilizer, and fertilizing new grass too soon are all common fertilizer mistakes to avoid.
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General lawn care advice.
5 Signs Your Lawn Has Too Much Thatch
Spongy, browning grass riddled with pests or disease may be a sign your lawn has too much thatch. Learn about these and other signs of thatch in your lawn.
5 Tell-Tale Signs Your Lawn Needs Fertilizer
If your grass is discolored, growing slowly, or overcome by weeds, pests, or disease, it’s likely a sign your lawn needs fertilizer.
How to Manage Earthworm Castings on Your Lawn (4 Tips)
How to manage earthworm castings on your lawn? Mow high, rake them up, and limit soil moisture and worm food supply.
How to Prepare a Soil Sample (4 Easy Steps)
To prepare a soil sample, collect soil cores from your yard, combine them in a bucket, and submit it to your state’s extension service.
How to Tell If Your Lawn Needs Lime (6 Signs)
Signs that your lawn needs lime include yellowing grass, excess weeds, and a low soil pH. Confirm the necessity with a proper soil test.
How Sea Kelp Fertilizer Helps Your Lawn
From increasing root growth to fighting off drought, there are many ways sea kelp fertilizer helps your lawn.
When to Stop Mowing the Lawn Before Winter
Before winter, stop mowing the lawn as soon as grass stops growing, typically when temperatures drop below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Should You Mow Before Fertilizing Your Lawn?
You should always mow before fertilizing your lawn to remove debris and help the fertilizer penetrate the soil. Aim to mow a few days before application.
How to Prevent Grass Clumping When Mowing
Why is your grass clumping when mowing? Your lawn might be too wet or too tall, or your mower needs an upgrade.