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

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

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

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

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

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