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Late Summer Lawn Care Checklist
Plan to do some late summer care and maintenance of your lawn so it will be healthy and beautiful in the spring. Here are some tips.
By Laura Miller
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Choosing And Using Lawn Herbicides
Good cultural practices can reduce many weeds, but a lawn weed killer will enhance the health of the grass. Read on for more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Organic Lawn Care Advice
A turf lawn isn’t the most environmentally-friendly. But organic lawn care can make your yard less damaging to the local ecosystem.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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DIY Lawn Care Plan For Easy Maintenance
There is a saying -- "work smart, not hard" -- that seems especially appropriate in our landscapes. Read on for easy DIY lawn care tips.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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When To Mow Wet Grass And When To Wait
It’s been raining and your wet grass needs a trim but it’s better to wait a bit. A drier lawn is easier to mow for several reasons.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Best Time Of Day To Mow Lawn
Interestingly WHEN to cut grass is one of the most important factors in having a healthy lawn. Read on for more.
By Amy Grant
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Pros And Cons Of Zero Turn Lawn Mowers
What is a zero turn mower? They contain certain features for safety and efficiency that are useful for some users. Read on for more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Cut Grass On A Steep Hill
Cutting grass on steep slopes poses some challenges and potential danger. These tips on cutting grass on a hill will make the task easier.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is Turf Scalping: How To Fix A Scalped Lawn
Lawn scalping can occur when the mower height is set too low, or when you go over a high spot in the grass. Learn more about this lawn issue here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Grass Pathway Ideas: Creating Grass Garden Paths
Grass paths in gardens are pleasant to walk on and wonderful for separating areas of “wild space.” Click here for tips on how to make a grass path.
By Teo Spengler
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Thatch Removal With Fire: Is Burning Of Grass Safe
In some circumstances, you may also see lawn care workers using fire to get rid of thatch. Thatch removal with fire is a controversial subject, which we will discuss in this article. Click here to learn more about burning grass to remove thatch.
By Darcy Larum
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What Is Microclover – Tips For Microclover Care In Lawns
Microclover has smaller leaves, grows lower to the ground, and doesn?t grow in clumps. It is becoming a more common addition to lawns and gardens, and after learning a little more microclover information, you may want it in your yard too. This article will help.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Does Artificial Turf Harm Tree Roots: Tips For Installing Artificial Grass Near Trees
You can actually have that perfect, maintenance-free lawn with artificial turf. However, like anything, artificial turf has its pros and cons. Installing artificial grass near trees is a specific concern. Learn about using artificial grass around trees in this article.
By Darcy Larum
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Endophytes Lawns – Learn About Endophyte Enhanced Grasses
While perusing grass seed mix labels at your local garden center, one label pops out at you because in big, bold letters saying, "Endophyte Enhanced." What are endophytes? Use the information in this article to learn about endophyte enhanced grasses.
By Darcy Larum
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High Traffic Lawn Options: What Are Some Lawn Alternatives In Play Areas
Alternatives to lawn grass are not a new concept, but what about those high traffic areas? Explore lawn alternatives for areas with heavy foot traffic in this article. Click here to get more information.
By Susan Patterson
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Blighted Turf Symptoms: How To Treat Ascochyta Leaf Blight On Lawns
Blighted turf symptoms are common lawn troubles, often caused by turf stress and fungal diseases like ascochyta leaf blight. Read this article to find out how to fix this problem.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Growing Bentgrass In Lawns - Best Bentgrass Varieties For Your Yard
Bentgrass is used as a turfgrass in cooler areas. What is bentgrass? Read this article to learn more about this grass and how to grow it. Click here to get additional information and see if it's right for you.
By Bonnie L. Grant