Lawn Maintenance

Time’s are tough for everyone—even gardeners, so if you’re not satisfied with the current cost of your lawn care, now is the time to shop around! Lawn maintenance shouldn’t break your budget,...

A lush, green lawn can be a source of pride for many home owners. However, keeping a lawn the showcase of your neighborhood can be tricky, if not impossible, if you neglect its essential needs,...

You've made the decision to find a lawn care service company to take over your yard care. How do you go about finding a reputable one that will leave you with a beautiful yard, but not do more...

Crabgrass spreads quickly if it is not treated immediately. All lawns are candidates for having crabgrass. But maintaining your lawn regularly is the best way to keep crabgrass away. Take control...

Design a new landscape for a garden by considering certain factors, such as the amount of sunlight, adding character to a flower beds, the budget and design of walkways or patios. Sketch a design...

Spring time is the time that most people fertilize their lawns, so that the grass will come out of its winter hibernation strong, full, and green. Unfortunately, most commercial and popular lawn...

If your lawn looks tired and isn’t as lush and green as it once was, it may be that your lawn has developed an overly dense layer of thatch. Thatch describes a condition were your lawn has become...

Repair a weed eater by cleaning the spark plug and the area where the plug goes, as well as checking and cleaning the air filter. Wash a weed eater air filter with hot water and dish soap using...

A healthy thatch layer on your lawn helps hold in moisture and prevent drought or heat stress. Excessive thatch build-up, however, can lead to a variety of problems with your lawn's health and...

If you are looking to add curb appeal to your home, it is important to maintain a lush green lawn. The appearance of your yard can either make or break the appeal of your house, and keeping the...

Ridding your beautiful bermuda grass lawn of fescue clumps is as easy as a summer watering. Follow these simple steps, and you will be a 'put' away from having the smooth fairway-like lawn you've...

Operate a chipper shredder safely when mulching. Easily chip wood with tips from a landscaper in this free video on chipper shredders.

Do you want a thicker, greener lawn without needing to hire professionals to come and spray your lawn? Follow these steps to get a greener lawn.

Everyone would love to have a lush, green lawn. However, it can be trickier than it seems. Many environmental factors can negatively affect the appearance of your lawn. One way to get a healthy...

If you have a flower bed next to your lawn, it may be difficult to mow the lawn evenly when plants start spilling off the edge or borders. Trimming the plants can help, but you can protect your...

Will be able to conserve water and save money and the environment in the long run

The start of spring is a joyous time; the soil starts to come alive from its long winter sleep. The onset of spring is my favorite time to do yard work; there are few bugs, the weather is mild,...

Weed Eaters are a clean and efficient way to get rid of weeds along the edge of the property that are difficult to cut with a lawnmower. The Weed Eater's filament slices smoothly through weeds and...

Whether you are putting in a new lawn or wanting to improve your existing lawn a good place to start is by knowing the pH of your soil. More than likely you have heard about soil pH but it sounds...

Learn how to grow a lush green organic lawn without spending a lot of money or using harmful chemicals that could harm the environment, pets, or children. ^^^Please Rate my How To article^^^

Sometimes it's easier to have a crew come out and mow your lawn than it is to do it yourself. Be careful though when you contract with one. Make sure you're getting the best for your money.

A wood chipper is a useful piece of machinery. You can buy or rent one to do many jobs around your yard. Wood chippers are great for routine yard work or for cleaning up after a storm. Exercise...

Installing sprinklers is not a difficult task if you plan, organize and prepare. You must choose the proper type of sprinkler system, design the layout, install the plumbing and connect it all...

Crab grass is a weed that will take over an area if not attended to properly. It spreads quickly, but taking the following steps will help you remove the crab grass from your yard and help prevent...

For people without a garage or basement to store their garden necessities, a prefabricated shed can be a lifesaver. Sheds and shed kits for every budget are available at home and garden centers,...

Give your lawn what it needs to safely survive the winter and renew itself in spring. Take steps beginning in late summer to winterize your lawn and prevent problems next season.

Tired of dragging those heavy garden hoses around? Thinking of getting a permanent sprinkler system for your yard? We get into the flow of underground irrigation systems with landscape specialist...

Warm-season lawns such as those made of Bermuda grass, zoysia grass or St. Augustine grass need to be fed with nitrogen fertilizer on a regular basis to stay green, healthy and problem-free.

Layers of newspaper or sheets of cardboard can make an effective weed block, allowing desirable garden plants to thrive.