Have you ever wondered what one of the best times to sow grass seed is? Most people believe that it is in the spring when days are getting longer, and temperatures are on the rise. However, there is an even better time to do it – during a snowfall! Believe it or not, this can …
Snow mold is every gardener’s nightmare! No one wants their beautifully manicured, vibrant green lawn to get moldy patches over winter. This mold can leave patches on your lawn as big as three feet across! What’s worse, you might not know your lawn is suffering from this mold until the snow melts in the spring. The …
If you’ve ever raked leaves, you know it’s a lot of work. And it’s not just the physical labor – raking leaves also takes time. You have to go outside, get all your gear together, rake the leaves into piles, and then bag them up or take them to the compost heap. Wouldn’t it be …
While winter is generally a time of rest when it comes to lawn care, maintenance is still necessary. Although you don’t need to mow or weed as often (or at all), there’s things you can do to keep it healthy during the cold months. Though turf grass tends to go dormant in cool winter temperatures, …
There are many things you need to keep in mind when preparing your yard before winter hits. Tend to your rose bushes, mulch your perennials, and clean up any debris in your garden. However, never forget to prepare your lawn! Most people know they should rake leaves and protect plants from frost, but what about …
Leaves are falling from the trees, which can only mean one thing: autumn is in full swing! All those gorgeous red and orange leaves on the ground can be a bit of a pain to clean up, but should you really be raking and discarding them? Or is it better to leave them there and …
Ornamental grasses add unique texture and shape to your garden, whether you place them carefully around an entryway or use them to fill in empty space in your garden beds. These grasses are also perfect for providing shade and privacy, especially when planted around wide open spaces or near windows and doors. Plus, perennial grasses …
It’s hard to believe, but winter is right around the corner. Before you know it, the snow will be flying, and the cold weather will be upon us. Although the blistering weather is slowly making its way in, that doesn’t mean your lawn has to suffer! Lawn care is still important, even in the winter! There …
Mowing a lawn is a standard lawn care practice and it looks easy—just buy a mower and push it across the grass when it looks unruly, right? But you might be surprised to learn there’s a science behind the task. It requires more thought than turning on a machine, though the machine you use and …
Fall is the perfect time to lay new sod, especially if you’re installing cool-season turf grasses. Laying sod in autumn ensures the grass has ample time to grow and develop new roots, and extreme cool or warm temperatures won’t damage it. With that said, it’s crucial to properly care for your new turf so you can …