Maintaining lawns can be a nightmare…
but it doesn’t have to be.
We give you simple, step-by-step guides to squash weeds and grow healthy grass so you can be proud of owning the best yard on the block.
Grass Guides
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Complete Guide to Milogranite [Plus 5 Alternatives]
One of the oldest fertilizers around, milorganite is a fertilizer that doesn’t receive half the attention it’s due. Made out of heat-dried microbes that have ingested organic matter found in wastewater, milorganite is manufactured primarily in Milwaukee. If you’re a fan of recycling, you’ll love milorganite. This natural fertilizer makes the best use of nutrients […] More
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Kelp4Less Coupons: 15% Off Entire Site [2021 Promo Codes]
Kelp quickly took the residential lawn care industry by storm due its impeccable performance and sustainable manufacturing, providing an impressive natural alternative to chemical fertilizers. And this isn’t a scenario where the natural alternative will be significantly underwhelming in performance. Kelp fertilizers are used in football fields and golf courses across the United States, which […] More
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The Best Battery Powered Weed Eaters For Any Yard
There are many different weed eater models available on the market. Some are electric while others run on gas-powered engines which provide more power for heavy-duty jobs. Of course, some of the most efficient and effective weed eaters are those that are powered by batteries. For those who have a large yard, or for those who […] More
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The Best Soil Test Kits and How to Use Them
If you’re a gardener and have ever wondered if your soil is acidic, alkaline, or somewhere in between, then this article is for you. Soil testing can be done with kits that are available at most garden centers and local hardware stores (or online). A good soil test can evaluate just about everything that’s going […] More
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6 Best Lawn Aerators for All Yard Sizes
When your lawn is heavily compacted or has a build-up of thatch, there’s no better tool to help you get your grass growing strong and healthy again than one of the best lawn aerators. Both compaction and thatch can make it difficult for your grass to grow, blocking air and oxygen from reaching your plants’ […] More
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The 5 Best Lawn Sweepers for Any Lawn
When it comes to lawn care, it seems as though there’s no shortage of products that you need to buy – from rakes to shovels, mowers to weed trimmers, you might feel overwhelmed by the long list of supplies you need to tend to your lawn. So what’s a lawn sweeper – and is it […] More
Weed Guides
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Residential Guide to Triclopyr Herbicide
Sick of poison ivy growing on your lawn? Want to be able to wander freely about your property without worrying about blackberry brambles clawing at your legs? Or perhaps your yard is 75% clover and you would like more grass instead. If so, it might be time to apply an herbicide that targets both woody and […] More
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Residential Guide to Prodiamine Herbicide
When it comes to choosing the right herbicide for your lawn, there are all kinds of considerations you will need to make. What sorts of weeds do you need to control, and where are they appearing? Are you growing a cool-season or warm-season grass type? Do you have pets or children that you need to […] More
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Residential Guide to Dimension (Dithiopyr) Herbicide
If you want a perfect lawn, the use of herbicides are typically required. One type that is gaining popularity in recent years is Dithiopyr (Dimension). It’s an organic compound with low toxicity to humans and animals alike, making it a very safe option for homeowners. Dimension herbicide is a powerful, broad-spectrum preemergent post-emergent weed control […] More
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Best Crabgrass Killers and Preventers [2021 Guide]
As you likely already know, crabgrass is an invasive weed that likes to grow in lawns and gardens. It can spread quickly and be difficult to get rid of. In the United States alone, there are over 20 species of crabgrass that can be found growing on residential lawns. Crabgrass poses a serious aesthetic issue […] More
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Complete Guide to 2, 4-D Weed Killer And How To Use It
If you are an avid gardener, finding the best weed killer for your lawn or garden can be a daunting task. Every year, thousands of people across the United States use 2, 4-D weed killers to control weeds in their yards and gardens. It’s a popular product because it kills just about any kind of unwanted […] More
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The 5 Best Weed Killers for Lawns [Real Advice]
The best laid plans for a lush, pristine lawn always seem to be thwarted by the most maddening of nature’s pests: weeds. They may seem benign; some are even beautiful. But the reality is that every weed in your garden is taking nutrients and other resources from the plants that you’ve chosen to grow. They […] More
Tree Guides
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3 Best Tree Stump Killers [And How To Kill Stumps]
One of the most daunting questions that homeowners ask themselves is how to get rid of tree stumps in their yard. Tree stumps are unsightly and unpleasant, but they also can be dangerous – a hazard for children and pets who might not see them as well as an impediment to you (and your equipment!) […] More
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Cercospora Leaf Spot Guide: How to Identify and Treat
Cercospora leaf spot is the name applied to a variety of plant and tree diseases caused by fungi in the genus Cercospora. A diverse and speciose clade, scientists have formerly described more than 80 species, and there are undoubtedly just as many that await proper identification. The fungi infect a similarly impressive list of plant […] More
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Septoria Leaf Spot Guide: How to Identify and Treat
When most people hear the term “fungi,” they envision mushrooms quietly growing in the forest, while consuming dead wood and other organic debris. But some fungi are actually pathogens, who not only feed on living organisms but cause serious health problems too. Today, we’re going to examine one particularly interesting and noteworthy fungus, which goes […] More
