Unfortunately, knowledge isn’t hereditary. We learn as we go, this is especially true when it comes to lawn care. Every first-time homeowner has to go through the same basic steps to learn how to care for their lawn. Should I set my lawn mower to a specific cutting height? How much water should I use? […]
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Mowing is the most common cultural practice used on lawns around the world. In fact the ability to tolerate mowing is one of the criteria that separate turfgrasses from the rest of the grass species. There are many misconceptions about mowing that can lead to a less than perfect lawn and many homeowners are making
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Growing turfgrass in shade is a major problem for many homeowners because an estimated 20 to 25 percent of all grassy areas in the U.S. are shaded to varying degrees. While it’s not always advisable to try to maintain beautiful grass in all shaded conditions, the following five-steps are recommended to maximise turf in shade
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Let’s begin by addressing what thatch isn’t. Thatch is not created by clippings that are left on the lawn after mowing. In fact, the best thing you can do for your lawn and the environment is to leave the clippings on your lawn. (Of course we’re not suggesting that you leave a pile of thick
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The calendar suggests that April 22nd is Earth Day. One solitary day set aside to increase everyone’s awareness of our environment and serve as a means to heighten the public’s consciousness about what is happening to the land, oceans, lakes, rivers and streams all around us. Earth Day is set aside to promote the benefits
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One of the biggest chores in a lawn is tree leaf removal. People will do whatever it takes raking, blowing or vacuuming, to get those leaves off the lawn. Leaves should not be left to sit on top of your grass. Not only do the leaves block sun light getting to the grass, the area
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Avid golfers and soccer players are familiar with frost delays for early morning matches. These delays are for the protection of the grass. Homeowners should take note not to start lawn activities too early on these brisk mornings. Frost is most easily described as frozen dew. A settling frost causes a covering of ice crystals
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Homeowners, armed with a weather forecast predicting severe drought can take proper preparations that can greatly improve the chances of their home lawn surviving, even with very limited water. The Lawn Institute has assembled the following tips to manage turf during a drought. Reduce or eliminate nitrogen fertilizer because at this time of year it
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Hopes are high for a beautiful new lawn after you’ve spent the time, money and energy to plant that seed or lay the turf. But how do you ensure your new lawn will do as well as expected? A lawn’s failure can usually be tied to one or more common mistakes homeowners make anywhere in
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