Your soil type determines how often and how long to water your lawn. Learn the right watering strategy for your specific soil to save water and grow healthier grass.
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How to Keep Mulch on Slopes and Hillsides
Experts advise choosing interlocking shredded bark, prepping your soil, and adding edging or jute netting to stop mulch from sliding down your steep hillside.
Should You Sod, Seed, or Hydroseed Your Lawn?
Choose sod for instant results, seeding for the lowest cost, or hydroseeding for large slopes. Success with any method requires soil preparation.
Reseeding vs. Overseeding a Lawn
Experts advise that you choose overseeding to thicken a thin yard, but a complete reseeding reset is needed if damage overtakes half of your lawn.
How Often Should You Overseed Your Lawn?
Most lawns need overseeding once a year, but the frequency depends on your grass type, lawn condition, and how much you use your yard.
When to Overseed Your Lawn
Experts recommend overseeding cool-season lawns in early fall and warm-season lawns in late spring when the soil hits 65°F for best results.
Fertilizer Basics: What to Look for in Your Fertilizer
Experts recommend checking N-P-K numbers and getting a soil test. Learn how to choose the right nutrient ratio and granular vs. liquid type for your lawn.
Slow-Release vs. Quick-Release Fertilizer: Which Is Best for Your Lawn?
Lawn experts favor slow-release fertilizer for steady growth, while quick-release works best for fast spring green-ups. Choose based on your lawn’s health and goals.
How to Get Rid of Ground Ivy in Your Lawn
Kill ground ivy with the right herbicide. Use triclopyr (like Ortho) for cool-season or Celsius for warm lawns. Apply in the fall for best results.
How to Get Rid of Henbit in Your Lawn
Apply post-emergent herbicide in fall or early spring during henbit active growth. Use pre-emergents in the fall to stop weed seeds.