To test the soil pH of your lawn, you’ll need to take clean soil samples. Then you need to send it to a soil lab or use an at-home testing kit.
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General lawn care advice.
Native Grasses: Are They Right for Your Lawn?
When the settlers arrived from Europe, they found grasses growing from sea to shining sea, a sight so wondrous that […]
How to Revive a Dead Lawn
Start by cleaning the lawn, treating the cause, and feeding the grass. Read the next steps in this guide and learn how to revive a dead lawn to lush green.
The Shade Lawn Handbook: How to Grow Grass in the Shade
Need help growing grass in the shade? Learn the best shade-tolerant grasses and care strategies to keep your shade lawn healthy.
Composting 101: How to Start Composting
If you are new to gardening or lawn care, you’ve likely encountered the word composting. Experienced gardeners know how beneficial […]
Topdressing a Lawn: The Benefits and How to Do It
Upon first thought, it seems somewhat absurd to spread a layer of compost or sand over your grass. After all, […]
How to Treat Brown Patch Disease in Your Lawn
To treat brown patch disease in your cool-season lawn, reduce moisture, improve air circulation, mow and fertilize correctly, and apply fungicide treatments.
How to Take Care of Your Lawn During a Drought
Learn how to take care of your lawn during a drought with smart watering strategies, best mowing practices, and other techniques we’ll discuss.
Tips to Help Lawns Recover From Flood Damage
As floods become more common, so has the chore of recovering from their damage. Homeowners will want to know how […]
How Earthworms Help Your Lawn, Grass and Soil
The worms crawl in … the worms crawl out … and the worms play a surprisingly valuable role in the […]