Grass spiders are harmless funnel-web spiders that show up when lawns offer shelter and food. Learn how to get rid of them when they get out of control.
Author: Amanda Shiffler
Most comfortable with soil under her fingernails, Amanda has an enthusiasm for gardening, agriculture, and all things plant-related. With a master's degree in agriculture and more than a decade of experience gardening and tending to her lawn, she combines her plant knowledge and knack for writing to share what she knows and loves.
Should You Raise Your Mowing Height in Summer?
Both cool- and warm-season grasses benefit from raising mowing height in summer. Get the right height for your grass type, plus the one rule you can’t break.
What’s the Difference Between Frost Seeding and Dormant Seeding?
Frost seeding and dormant seeding are used to seed cool-season lawns. Both involve planting during colder periods but differ in timing and preparation.
Why Should You Change Your Mowing Direction?
Mowing the same direction every week causes ruts, compaction, and grain. Changing your mowing direction keeps grass upright and builds a denser lawn.
How to Tell If Your Grass is Dead or Dormant
Learn how to tell if you have dead or dormant grass with 5 quick tests, plus why grass goes dormant and how to fix truly dead patches.
When to Add Iron to Your Lawn
Iron is an essential nutrient that affects the health and color of your lawn. Apply it to your lawn in spring, summer, and fall when the grass is actively growing.
What is Crabgrass?
Crabgrass is an invasive lawn weed that thrives in hot, dry conditions and poor soils. Stay crabgrass-free by growing a strong, healthy lawn.
How to Test Soil Moisture
There are many ways to check soil moisture, from feeling it with your hands to reading with a soil moisture meter or using moisture blocks.
How to Dispose of Gasoline
Oxidized, degraded, or contaminated gas should be taken to a hazardous waste facility, a recycling center, or a community collection event.
Types of Irrigation
The different types of home irrigation include flood irrigation, sprinklers, subsurface, and drip systems. Learn which is best for you.