Lawn Maintenance

Annual rye grass is commonly used on a golf course to keep it green when warm-weather grasses are dormant. Annual rye grass is only planted for one year; must be reseeded the following season. The...

Clover does not always equal luck, especially to homeowners who value an even, uniform lawn featuring thick, green grass. To them, clover is a weed that chokes out the grass and creates patches of...

Zoysia grass is a lush green grass that is common in warm-season lawns. Zoysia grass is not usually bothered by insects, but is vulnerable to grubs. White grubs are the most common grubs that...

Bermuda and Centipede are two popular warm-weather grasses that are commonly used in lawns. Bermuda grass spreads out and is more aggressive than Centipede grass. If allowed to grow unchecked,...

It is very frustrating to plant new grass seed only to see it wash away because of rain and soil erosion. The keys to growing grass are to keep the seeds in place until they take root and to help...

St. Augustine grass is a popular warm-weather grass that is common in lawns. St. Augustine is a hardy grass that requires little maintenance. Although it is not as aggressive as Bermuda grass, St....

Bermuda and St. Augustine grass are two warm-weather grasses that are particularly popular in the Southern states. Both are hardy grasses that require minimum maintenance, and make a beautiful...

Also known as Bermuda grass, wire grass is extremely difficult to kill. Wire grass is hard to kill because it produces millions of tiny seeds, making it virtually impossible to remove all of them....

Water grass is a general term used to describe a wide variety of grassy weed species. It thrives in a wet environment. Some species grow in water, while others thrive on soggy ground and lawns....

Black mold, which is formally called Strachybotrys atra, has a green and black color. Black mold can grow just about anywhere, including inside and outside. Black mold grows best in areas that are...

Most people that play golf have little to no knowledge of the care required to keep a golf course in excellent playing condition. There is one part of a golf course that receives the most scrutiny...

Tree roots in the lawn can be a trip hazard and a mowing hazard if not solved. Roots are vital to the survival of the tree and any solution must take into consideration the health of the tree....

Bermuda grass can be a high maintenance, yet rewarding lawn. The most common mistake is cutting this grass too long, which leaves it looking shaggy. When cut between 1/4 and 3/4 inches this...

Winterizing your home irrigation system or commercial sprinkler systems can help to avoid major damage caused by frozen water in the sprinkler lines. If left to freeze in the lines, water can...

If you've ever watched the Masters golf tournament, you don't have to lust over the perfect golf swing to be wondering "how did they do that?" Just looking at the well-tended, verdant lawn may...

Almost all grass diseases are caused by fungus, and St. Augustine grass is no exception. St. Augustine grass particularly is susceptible to brownpatch, gray leaf spot, Helminthosporium, Pythium,...

While zoysia grass may seem nice at first, come winter, this grass has a tendency to become yellow and look rather bad. If you or the previous owner of your home put in zoysia grass, but you now...

After you lay new sod, you must take care of it properly so that the roots take hold and the lawn continues to grow. Ignoring the newly laid sod will cause it to die. After you lay the new sod,...

Removing a broken wooden fence post is back-breaking work that can take hours to complete. The concrete plug that holds the fence post in place can be 30 inches deep in the ground and does not...

Now that it is Fall, we can enjoy once again, the beautiful colors of Autumn leaves. But once they cover our lawn, we then need to get rid of them. Fall leaves are a natural source of nutrients...

Pulling a shrub or bush from the ground. It is so simple and takes less than 2 minutes!!!

Poison Oak is known to be a particularly insidious plant, sometimes confused with the native Oak tree. The primary difference is Poison Oak has very shiny, rounder leaves; indicative of the oils...

A perfect lawn is part of the American dream. Although it may not be easy to have a perfect lawn, there are things that you can do to make your lawn look clean and healthy. If you have areas of...

You will learn how to change the piston rings in a small lawnmower.

Maintaining your grass lawn without a mower can be easy and pleasurable. You can enjoy the outdoors in your yard without the roaring of an engine or added expense of fuel and machine upkeep. Try...

Summer is a great time of year to get outside and enjoy your yard. You might have barbecues or lawn parties with your neighbors and you want your grass to be green and free of weeds so everyone...

A carburetor is a mechanical device that combines air and fuel in an internal combustion engine. The carburetor controls the flow of air into an engine. The speed of the air entering the engine...

Early spring sees rampant growth of weeds and underbrush in yards, fields, grasslands and wooded areas. Unfortunately, this burgeoning season also signals the rapid spread of wildfire. ...

A baseball field can really be a thing of beauty. Most teams use the bet sod, the best fertilizer and the best watering system to keep the grass looking green all year-long. However, beautiful...

Slit seeding is a method used to restore bald spots on your lawn. It also helps to keep your existing lawn thick and green. A slit seeder is a machine that makes cuts into the lawn and drops...

In terms of someone's lawn the definition of weeds could be plants that just seem out of place. While weeds on a lawn are unwanted they are extremely adaptable and have incredibly effective means...

Grass likes to spread out and grow wherever it can. Its underground runners will creep into your garden beds and onto your paths. Taking the time to edge your lawn will create a clean crisp edge...

Warm weather arrives, and one of the most challenging and time consuming chores the home gardener faces is taking care of the lawn. Mowing, watering, and fertilizing are a must just to keep the...

Cleaning up your yard after all the fall leaves have fallen can be an overwhelming job. It is important to rake, blow, mulch, or bag up your leaves though. If you let them go, your yard will be...

Determining whether a tree is dead and needs to be removed or if it is simply ailing from problems with insects, weather or infection can be a tricky job. Before calling in a tree service, try to...

Have you finally decided that all the work and money you put into your lawn is just not worth it? Just think of all the time that is spent mowing, watering, applying fertilizer and weed killer and...

Leaf blowers propel leaves and other lawn debris through the air by creating winds of up to 180 miles per hour. Whether you're using a back-pack engine- driven model or a motor-driven hand-held...

So those pesky neighborhood kids are running across your freshly planted grass seeds again. Few things are more frustrating than to have kids cross over freshly planted grass. We all know that...

You will learn how to lay the lawn irrigation pipes and connect them so they make an efficient watering system.

When drought causes the local government to implement watering restrictions, many proud owners of lush lawns panic. However, although a brown lawn isn't attractive, it may not be dead, only...

A lawn can make or break a home's attractiveness. For some homeowners, getting the green grass they desire can seem next to impossible. But it is possible, even if you don't have a natural green...

Once you've installed a lawn sprinkler system, you'll want to know how to protect your investment. Knowing how to maintain a lawn sprinkler system involves seasonal check-ups which you can do...

Feel like a slave to your turf lawn? The perfect green lawn always requires something: mowing, watering, fertilizing, raking, more mowing, aerating, seeding and weeding. You could dump gravel and...

A green lawn can make a home pop with attractiveness. For some, getting the green grass they desire can seem next to impossible. It can be done, even if you don't have a natural green thumb. Learn...

There is a common misconception that certain plants are always weeds. By definition, that is not the case, because weeds are nothing more than undesirable plants. If you desire it, it is not a...

When you haven't had time to prepare your lawn before a drought, it can be stressful. But there are ways to minimize the effects of drought on unprepared lawns. These tips can help you keep your...

Carpenter ants tunnel through your walls, destroying the wood structure and often leave behind wood shavings that look like sawdust. They are very destructive and must be treated. Following the...

If an earthquake or an errant shovel bursts your irrigation pipes, you know it instantly. But smaller leaks can go undetected for months-- until you realize that your water bill has skyrocketed,...

If you live where watering is a season-long or year-round affair of hoses and sprinklers, consider a permanent sprinkler system. Whether it's spray or drip, manual or automatic, a customized...

You've done everything right and still the lawn looks lousy, especially where the kids play and the dogs romp. Check your soil for compaction, then use a core aerator to pull out plugs of soil and...