Planting Grass Seed
How to Overseed a Lawn the Right Way
Despite popular belief, a thick, lush, green lawn does not just happen overnight without any effort. While it may be common knowledge to landscaping and
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About My Lawn Care Blog
My name is Sarah and on this website I share my lawn care knowledge and experience so you can maintain a yard that you’ll use, enjoy, and be proud of without breaking the bank or constantly feeling behind on lawn projects.
Mowing the lawn, edging, and looking after the garden beds were all part of my weekly chores as a kid. Now, as a homeowner, I’ve spent the past decade learning everything I could about modern lawn care best practices.
I’m not a professional, but I have a lot of experience caring for my lawn and property. On this site I share what I know.
There’s something for readers of every skill and experience level here:
- Traditional lawn care tips
- Lawn renovation how-to guides
- Weed identification and eradication plans
- Turfgrass, xeroscape & pollinator-friendly yard tutorials
On this site I present your best options for both organic lawn care and lawn maintenance practices for those who don’t mind using some herbicides or pesticides (but want to do so in a responsible way).
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Ready to take on a project or learn some basic skills to improve your yard? These articles are a good place to start.
Watering Your Lawn
How Often Should You Water Your Lawn?
Virtually every living thing needs water to survive, and your lawn is no different. You may think that watering your lawn should be a simple
Lawn Care
Lawn Aeration Guide: How and When to Aerate Your Lawn
Lawn aeration is defined by Biggs and Straton, as a perforation of the soil with small holes to allow air, water and nutrients to penetrate
Lawn Care
Lawn Fertilizer Schedule and Application Tips for a Greener Lawn
If you’d like your lawn to be the lushest and greenest on the block, you need to know when and how to apply lawn fertilizer.
Lawn Care
Lawn Dethatching Guide: How and When to Dethatch Your Lawn
Dethatching a lawn is not a necessity. But when done properly, lawn dethatching can really increase the quality and health of your lawn. Many people
Lawn Care
Top Dressing Lawn Guide for Homeowners
Nothing is more beautiful than a lush green lawn where your pets and kids can run free. Regardless of your best efforts, sometimes your lawn
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Lawn Weeds
Poa Annua Weed Identification (how to kill it in your lawn)
As most homeowners and gardeners know, letting a weed problem get out of control is one of the best ways to end up with an
Lawn Mowers
How to Clean an Air Filter on a Lawn Mower
Most lawn mowers are rugged machines that can run for years. But don’t make the mistake of thinking just because a mower is running, that
Lawn Care
Why You Should Install Mow Over Lawn Edging
Now that spring is on the horizon, it’s time to start planning projects for when your lawn and garden wake from their long winter slumber.
Buying Guide
Sunday Lawn Care Review (why it’s my top choice)
Sunday Lawn Care is an excellent choice for organic lawn care (and it’s my pick for the best lawn care subscription plan available in 2023).
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Organic Lawn Care Products You Can Feel Good About
Finally want to go organic with your lawn care? If so, you’ll be happy to know the range and effectiveness of organic lawn care products
Buying Guide
Best Starter Fertilizer for Grass (ranked & reviewed)
Creating a high-quality lawn from scratch is not rocket science, but it requires a lot of work and planning. You have to choose grass seed
All About Grass
Tips for Growing a Clover Lawn You’ll Love
Are you considering having a clover lawn instead of the traditional grass variety? If so, you’re in the right place. Today, I’ll reveal everything you
Lawn Care
Fertilizer Numbers for Lawn Grass (explained)
So, you’re out shopping for your lawn again, and you notice three numbers on each bag of fertilizer you see on the shelf. In today’s
Lawn Care
Summer Lawn Care Tips for a Green, Healthy Lawn
Summertime is the season of fun in the sun. But chances are your lawn doesn’t share that same feeling. The hot, dry days of summer
Grass Types
Perennial Ryegrass for Lawns (my ultimate guide)
Perennial Ryegrass has found its way into lawns all over the United States. It has a fine texture, bright green color, and remarkable durability, which
Lawn Care
How to Level a Sloping Lawn (and why you should)
A sloping lawn can be a big landscape problem. If you don’t deal with it in the right way or take too long, you can
Planting Grass Seed
How to Plant Clover in Existing Lawn Areas
Did you know that clover can revitalize your existing grass lawn? I’ve added clover to difficult areas of my own property with great success, so
Core Practices to Achieve Success with Your Lawn
- Apply pre-emergent herbicide (either organic or chemical) before annual weed seeds germinate in the spring.
- Fertilize your lawn at the right times and with the right product (NPK ratio) to support your lawn’s health all season.
- Make time each year for seasonal maintenance to your mower to extend its life.
- Mow high to encourage deep root growth and prevent weeds.
- Cut no more than 1/3 of the length of your grass blades when you mow.
- Most lawns require 1 inch of rainfall or irrigation each week to thrive. Use a gauge or app to monitor rainfall and supplement when needed.
- Water deeply and infrequently to encourage deep root growth and grow a more resilient lawn.
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