Tag: lawn care

Learn from an expert the ways to avoid common mowing mistakes, such as neglecting lawn mower maintenance, scalping the grass, or mowing inconsistently.

Pollinator lawns are an alternative to regular lawns that are made with a mix of blooming flowers, shrubs, and low-maintenance grasses. Pollinator lawns are vibrant spaces designed to attract bees, birds, butterflies, and other pollinator species.

Spring and fall, when temperatures range between 60 F and 90 F, is when you want to apply weed and feed. Wait until:
• You mow at least twice, so you’re sure the grass is actively growing.
• You get a mild day with no wind and no rain in the 24-hour forecast.

A good rule of thumb is to wait 24 to 72 hours before watering a treated lawn. Here’s when to water after applying a weed and feed by the type of product:
• Granular post-emergent: Wait 24 to 72 hours before watering to allow granules to dissolve on weed leaves.
• Granular pre-emergent: Water within 3 days with ½ inch or more to get the herbicide into the soil.
• Liquid weed and feed: Wait 24 to 48 hours before watering to avoid dilution.

To store grass seed properly, place it in cool, dry conditions away from moisture and sunlight.

Slow-release fertilizers gradually release nutrients into the soil over an extended period, providing a steady supply to grass.

With tips from a soil scientist, learn how to change your soil pH. Raise the pH by adding lime, or lower the pH by adding sulfur-based amendments.