Great Tips, Amazing Grass
If there’s anything stopping a lawn from being picture-perfect it is ant mounds. Ants play an important role in our ecosystem. They aerate the soil, pollinate seeds, and prey on pests like termites and ticks. But ants can quickly take over sections of your grass, and if you have pets or kids, you’ll want to know how to get rid of ants in grass naturally.
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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. Luckily, today I’ll be sharing my guide to creating a lawn fertilizer schedule, and sharing some tried-and-true application tips to help you get a lush, green and healthy lawn.
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With the many different types of grass seed available today, choosing what type of grass to seed alone is a difficult decision, but choosing to overseed adds another component to the mix. Let’s face it — grass seed is expensive, and if you want to get the best bang for your buck, you’ll want to choose the best grass seed for overseeding.
In this article I’ll help you choose the best seed for your lawn, your climate, and your skill level. This way, you can make an informed choice.
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If you suspect your yard is not as healthy as it once was, chances are your lawn is lacking essential nutrients. Don’t expect an extra round of sprinklers or fertilizers to restore your lawn. In fact, the acidity of your soil may be the root of the problem. If a lawn becomes too acidic, it is difficult for soil to receive nutrients. This results in lawn discoloration and an abundance of pesky weeds and mosses. In this article I’ll explain how to tell if your lawn needs lime, and why you may want to apply lime to amend your turf.
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Depending on what part of the country you are in, the climate can vary widely. These differences in climate affect landscaping routines based on best practices. This includes lawn care, which can be relatively low maintenance as long as you follow the right schedule, make the appropriate preparations, and pick the right species of grass for your area. In this article I’ll provide my lawn care schedule Northeast US guide to help you discover what to do when for best results.
Following this guidance will pave the way to a thriving, lush, and green lawn in the Northeastern US.
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Mowing wet grass is not a great idea. You could do damage to your lawn, and there are several hazards associated with mowing a wet lawn. But if you must mow after a hard rain, you’ll want the best lawn mower for wet grass. In this article I’ll explain your options to help you choose a good mower for your property.
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For many, having a lawn outside their home is a no-brainer. The ideal American home has long been depicted and associated with white picket fences and perfectly mowed lawns. Proper irrigation is critical, and in this article I’ll share the recommended sprinkler run times for a thriving lawn.
While many opt out of having and maintaining a lawn, a vast majority of Americans still prefer to have a lush green lawn. But having a lawn requires maintenance.
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Many solutions for weed control often include toxic chemicals that can be harmful to our planet, people, pets, and even good bugs like honey bees! If you’re asking the question How Do You Kill Weeds Naturally? you’re not alone.
As society moves towards more earth-friendly living, natural weed control has become a hot topic. The good news is that you don’t need to use toxic chemicals for effective weed control. In this article I’ll go over all of your options for natural weed control.
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Grass is a very common staple to household landscaping and scenery. Many choose grass to create beautiful front and back yards to play on and enjoy. But if you’re planting grass for the first time, you may be wondering how long does it take grass seed to grow?
While many opt to buy pre-rolled and ready-to-plant grass sod from the store, or even fake grass, there is still a large majority of people who enjoy gardening and tending to their lawns themselves.
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If you are like most people, then you put a lot of effort into having a beautiful green lawn, and maintaining one is difficult, especially if you have some weeds. If you maintain your lawn you should be mowing it regularly, this will then produce grass clippings, and the grass clippings will have to go somewhere. So you may be asking yourself Should I bag my grass clippings if I have weeds in my lawn?
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Dustin Stoll is the owner of a horticulture design and consulting company. He has done planting design work on many commercial and residential projects. Previously, Dustin was Director of Horticulture at Tulsa Botanic Garden, where he worked for over eight years.
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Nicole Forsyth is a passionate Instructor of Plant Science at an agricultural vocational high school, and a certified landscape design professional, certified horticulturist, certified arborist, and the CEO of NF Landscape Design and Horticultural Consulting.
Dustin Stoll is the owner of a horticulture design and consulting company, Stoll Design. He has done planting design work on many commercial and residential projects. Before starting his own company, Dustin was Director of Horticulture at Tulsa Botanic Garden, where he worked for over eight years.
Arthur Davidson is a seasoned horticulturist with over five decades of hands-on experience. Holding an A.S. in Horticulture, Arthur’s expertise spans landscape design, organic gardening, soil science, and more. A former ISA Arborist and Master Gardener, Arthur maintains a gardening blog of his own.
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Arthur Davidson is a seasoned horticulturist with over five decades of hands-on experience. Holding an A.S. in Horticulture, Arthur’s expertise spans landscape design, organic gardening, soil science, and more.
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Nicole Forsyth is a passionate Instructor of Plant Science at an agricultural vocational high school, and a certified landscape design professional, certified horticulturist, and certified arborist in Massachusetts.
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