One of the most important aspects of establishing a healthy lawn is proper fertilization. Fertilizing new grass is especially important, as it helps the grass get off to a strong start and establishes good growth habits….
Crabgrass is an invasive species that may quickly take over your yard if not treated. Its unattractive appearance and harmful effects for your lawn’s health are two good reasons to get rid of it. Crabgrass releases…
In a garden soil is everything. Whether it is your lawn, flower beds, or boarders, when soil quality is low, plant development and health usually end up being stunted. Poor soil causes a confluence of problems…
When overseeding a lawn, two of the most popular methods are using compost or topsoil. Which is better for overseeding? The answer is usually compost although a lot will depend on individual circumstances. Overseeding is usually…
We all aim to have a beautiful green grass lawn and most gardeners know that a proper lawn care program that includes fertilizing is the best way to achieve this. However, there are times of the…
There are several problems that might arise if your lawn has areas of brown grass or thatch that are too large. Without your attention, the soil will suffer from a lack of water, sunshine, and nutrients….
Drainage issues can pose a serious threat not only to the physical condition of your lawn but also to the structural integrity of your home. As such, it is important to give some thought to how…
If you want to make your lawn a deeper, richer shade of green then adding iron to your soil is the best way of achieving this. One of the reasons that the greens of your lawn…
When do you add fertilizer to new grass and which fertilizer do you choose are two important factors in determining how well your new grass thrives. The timing of additional fertilizer applications, that are required to…
Keeping your lawn healthy and looking its best can depend on a number of factors. For the grass to strive it needs adequate moisture, oxygen, and a supply of nutrients. However whilst there might be plenty…
The question of whether you should rototill your lawn before seeding is one that can produce a diverse set of opinions. Obviously, there are those that advocate rototilling before seeding and those who are vehemently against…
The two most common ways of reinvigorating or putting down a new lawn are to lay sod or overseed it, with hydroseeding being an increasingly popular and efficient way of seeding. However, individual circumstances are likely…
The secret to successful overseeding lies in the preparation. Ensuring that the ground is in the best condition for the new seeds to take and thrive will help avoid many of the common problems that can…
Knowing after overseeding when to cut the grass could be the difference between having a beautiful lawn or destroying all of your good work. The problem is that there isn’t a definitive timescale as it depends…
After overseeding, you’ll want to water, however, when and how much should you water after overseeding will depend on a number of factors such as the type of and species of grass you have overseeded with…
