White grubs, chinch bugs, armyworms, ticks, and fleas — learn which summer lawn pests eat grass vs. just live there, plus how to treat each one.
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.
How to Read a Soil Test Report
Soil testing is helpful, but the resulting soil test report can be overwhelming. We help take the uncertainty out of reading a soil test report, walking you through the individual tests performed so you can compare your numbers to optimal values, helping you to dial in your lawn care.
How to Get Rid of Armadillos in Your Yard
Armadillos digging up your yard? Learn how to get rid of armadillos: remove their food source, fence them out, and trap them. Repellents don’t work.
How to Get Rid of Standing Water in Your Yard
Key Takeaways • Standing water almost always points to a drainage problem, from overwatering and compacted soil to poor grading.• […]
How to Identify and Treat Grass Fungus
Spot patches, rings, or threads in your lawn? Find out how to treat grass fungus by identifying the disease, cultural fixes, and when to use a fungicide.
How to Winterize Your Sprinkler System
Learn how to winterize your sprinkler system before the first freeze. Follow step-by-step draining and blowout methods to prevent costly freeze damage.
How to Prevent Termites in Your Yard
Termites cause $6.8B in property damage yearly. Learn how to prevent termites in your yard with 7 changes, from watering habits to mulch choices.
Common Fall Lawn Pests and How to Get Rid of Them
Identify 11 common fall lawn pests, from grubs to armyworms and chinch bugs, then learn natural and chemical ways to get rid of them and protect your lawn.
How to Create a DIY Sprinkler System For Your Lawn
Creating a DIY sprinkler system is a great way to build a system tailored to your needs. This guide’s the go-to for your new sprinkler system.
How to Clean Your Yard
Transform your overgrown yard with simple steps: pick up trash, mow, trim, treat pests, prune trees, weed, mulch, reseed, and clean hard surfaces.