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…
Artificial turf has become an increasingly popular alternative to real grass with thousands of installations happening across the country in all types of climates. One question though that needs to be considered in choosing synthetic turf…
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….
Artificial turf has become a popular option for many homeowners because of it’s low-maintenance and can be used for a variety of purposes, including lawns, sports fields, and pet areas. While artificial turf is a great…
The fact that artificial grass does not need to be maintained in any way and can be used both inside and outdoors has made it a popular alternative to genuine grass. But is artificial turf safe…
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…
Artificial turf has become a popular choice for many homeowners and businesses because of its low maintenance and durability. However, one question many people have is how long the artificial turf will last. The lifespan of…
Artificial turf is increasingly becoming the go-to option for many sports fields, in particular football fields, both in American football and soccer. But how much do turf football fields cost, and how does this stack up…
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…
When it comes to playground equipment for your backyard, two of the most popular choices are the teeter-totter and seesaw. But what’s the difference? And which one is better for your child? Both pieces of equipment…
Composting is an easy and effective way to add nutrient-rich humus to your lawn or garden but it can be hard to choose which compost is best for your garden for a given application. You know…
The predominant way in which a plant derives the nitrogen it needs is from its growing medium. In most cases this would be soil but even were you using alternative growing mediums nitrogen would be required…
Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without dirt-based mediums and is one of the most popular alternative growing methods used today. There are several different types of hydroponic systems and the Nutrient Film Technique is…
