How To Get Rid Of Clover In Lawn

A clover problem is quick to invade St Augustine lawn when it’s stressed due to ground compaction, lack of nutrients, being mowed too short, or low ground pH.

Fortunately, homeowners don’t need to use harsh chemical herbicides to control or eliminate clover.

Here we’ll show you how to get rid of this perennial weed on your lawn.

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Bermuda Grass — Good Or Bad?

Bermuda grass can be a gardener’s worst nightmare if they do not want to grow this specific grass, as this grass can grow in basically any condition and is extremely challenging to get rid of.

But to some other gardeners, this grass is lovely and is the best grass to have as a lawn.

So, is Bermuda grass good or bad?

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Best Fertilizer For Zoysia Grass

Zoysia grass — Zoysia japonica — is a grass-type favorite with homeowners in the United States. Zoysia grasses are relatively easy to care for, and once it gets established, it will grow thick and healthy, flaunting a dark green color. Zoysia grasses grow well with a bit of help from the perfect fertilizer. We’ll let … Read more

Zoysia Grass Pros and Cons

Zoysia grass is a beautiful-looking grass that gives you a dense lawn with a lovely light green color.

The grass originates from Asia but has been in the United States since around 1895.

It has captured the hearts of American homeowners since then, giving them a great option for their lawn.

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How Much Will A Lawn Irrigation System Cost?

Come late spring, and there’s nothing better than sitting admiring your garden or yard after you have spent the time getting it exactly how you want it—with an amazing lawn that will increase the curb appeal of your property.

Your lawn needs water to maintain its beauty until the fall so that it can grow thick and healthy.

The most effective way to give it what it needs is via an irrigation sprinkler system.

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Lime for Lawns – When And How To Apply Lawn Lime

Do you dream of green lawn grasses and perfect flower beds? Liming your lawn with ground limestone can help you achieve your goal.

The contents of this article will provide you with lawn care tips and can help you understand why we use lime for lawns, and the benefits it has:

  • What are garden lime products?
  • Does My Lawn Need Lime?
  • The importance of performing a soil test before soil amendment.
  • Why Does Soil pH Change?
  • The Benefit of Applying Lime to Acidic Soil
  • When Should I Apply Lime?
  • How Much Lime Should I Apply?
  • How Do I Apply Lime?

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Lawn Aerator Rental – Hire Or Buy A Core Aerator?

The choice between, lawn aerator rental and purchasing your own lawn aerator, comes down largely to your own personal situation in terms of; available budget, size of yard and whether you are a homeowner or renting a property.

Either way, aeration is an important process that helps you achieve a healthy, happy, and lush lawn.

A healthy lawn requires aeration due to the effects of weather and heavy foot traffic, both of which can cause soil compaction.

In fact, lawn aeration is a maintenance task that should be performed every two years to all lawns, from an average small size lawn to large lawns.

There are a couple of different ways to aerate your lawns; using a plug aerator (aka a core aerator) for core aeration, or using a spike aerator, (which is not recommended).

Both types are available in various forms, from simple hand tools to models that attach to the rear of your lawn tractor/mower.

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