General Lawn Care

Image by Gearstd What is lawn painting, and why would anybody be interested in painting the lawn green? It may sound bizarre, but DIY lawn painting isn’t as far-fetched as you might think. Read on to discover…

Image by 3bugsmom What is an artificial lawn? Often known as fake grass or artificial turf, artificial lawn grass is constructed of synthetic fibers that are devised to mimic the feel and appearance of a…

Image by nolexa Mowing is a love-it-or-hate-it proposition for homeowners. You may think mowing your lawn is a sweaty, back-breaking chore or maybe you consider it an opportunity for healthy exercise as you…

Image by bethnewt A wild field of meadow grasses can provide food and cover for animals, enrich the landscape, and prevent erosion. The same meadow grass can be a pain in the neck in your vegetable garden,…

Image by William M. Brown Jr., Bugwood.org Spring is a time of new beginnings and the awakening of lots of the growing things you’ve missed all winter. When the receding snow reveals a badly damaged lawn,…

Image by Hanna_Alandi The smell of fresh, green grass is one of the very best things about spring, but that simple pleasure can be ruined if the snow recedes and you discover your grass is looking less than…

Image by Mary Ann Hansen, VA Polytechnic Institute, Bugwood.org There are all kinds of diseases and pests that can adversely affect your turf grass. Soggy pink stuff in lawns or reddish grass are signs of a…

Image by vadimgouida Installing sod is a popular way to establish a new lawn. When installed properly and following proper sod laying instructions, this type of lawn can enhance the home, adding beauty the…

Image by Stefan Rotter Are weeds a frequent uninvited guest around your landscape? Maybe you have an abundant colony of common weeds like crabgrass or dandelions thriving in the lawn. Perhaps you suffer from…

Image by travis manley Keeping the lawn attractive while cutting down on its overall maintenance is important to most homeowners. A lawn is your welcome mat. It is one of the first things that people notice…