Slime mold, those primitive fungi-like organisms, do not pose any threat to your lawn, but darn, they are ugly. So, while harmless, slime mold can detract from your lawn’s aesthetic appeal, making an area that once looked pristine unsightly if left untreated. Don’t panic if you find slime mold on your lawn, as it only … Read more
In your pursuit to give your grass the boost it needs to thrive, you’ll come across bags labeled “Lawn Food” as well as those labeled “Lawn Fertilizer.” This leaves you asking: what the difference between these products is. Also, more importantly, which one suits your lawn? Lawn fertilizer and lawn food are usually used synonymously. … Read more
Besides the primary nutrients necessary to grow a lush green lawn, your grass also requires secondary nutrients like sulfur. Although your lawn needs sulfur in lower quantities compared to potassium, nitrogen, and phosphorus, it helps increase the soil’s PH. It can take many years for a sulfur treatment to make an impact on your lawn … Read more
Money, time, and effort are essential ingredients for establishing a lush lawn that will be the envy of the whole neighborhood. Also, if you want the work you put into your lawn to count, you must avoid doing things that could hurt your lawn. Unfortunately, mistakes are bound to happen, mainly if you don’t know … Read more
Imagine stepping out into your lawn, and instead of a patchy, lackluster lawn, you’re met with a lush, vibrant carpet of green that feels heavenly on your feet. Achieving your dream lawn isn’t impossible. Try lawn top dressing. This practice can be your ticket to a lawn that your neighbors will envy and the satisfaction … Read more
Bermuda Grass can be a dream lawn grass, especially in hot climates and areas subjected to heavy foot traffic. On the flip side, it’s a relentless weed that’s a bane to many homeowners since it spreads aggressively. Bermuda Grass is not just invasive but depletes soil nutrients, chokes out desirable plants, and can ruin the … Read more
After the intense summer, we are graced with autumn, a season full of splendor. The air is crisp and refreshing, and plants paint our landscapes with vibrant leaf colors, from brilliant reds, warm oranges, golden yellows, and purples to brown hues. Autumn also sees trees shed their leaves in readiness for winter, which unfortunately means … Read more
The qualities that make creeping Charlie a suitable ground cover plant- resilience, adaptability, low maintenance, and ability to grow a dense mat- make it a nuisance. Give this aggressive plant some room, and it will quickly take over your garden or lawn and even creep into your neighbor’s yard. Therefore, unless you intensionally planted creeping … Read more
Your work on your lawn, whether everyday clean-up or in-depth lawn maintenance, produces waste. Disposing of yard waste may seem easy, but not knowing how to do it properly can easily become stressful. Yard clean-up is crucial if you want to have a clutter-free home. So, after completing your maintenance work, like mowing, ensure you … Read more
Grass, though often desirable in lawns, looks unsightly in a flower bed. Grass can quickly take over your flower beds, competing with your flowers for nutrients, water, and sunlight. Getting rid of these unwanted guests is a priority, but you must do so without killing your desirable plants unless you want to start afresh. The … Read more