Lawn pest damage, disease and drought may look similar, but they’re not. Know how to tell them apart and find out exactly what to do once you know the cause.
Author: Raven Wisdom
Raven Wisdom knows firsthand about lawn care, having mowed her lawn for more than 10 years. She specializes in research-driven lawn care and gardening articles. A West Texas native, enjoys spending time with her family and working in her garden
Lawn Mower Won’t Start After Winter? Troubleshooting Guide
Your lawn mower won’t start after sitting all winter? Work through these troubleshooting steps from easiest to most involved, and find out when it’s time to call a pro.
Spring Lawn Mower Maintenance Checklist: 10 Steps Before First Mow
Get your lawn mower ready for spring with this 10-step maintenance checklist. Learn how to sharpen blades, change oil, inspect safety features, and more in just 30-45 minutes to prevent costly breakdowns.
Spring Fertilizer Mistakes That Waste Money (and How to Avoid Them)
Most spring fertilizer goes to waste before it ever reaches grass roots. Learn the seven costliest mistakes homeowners make and how to get better results for less money.
Liquid Aeration vs. Core Aeration: What’s the Difference?
Core aeration removes soil plugs for severe compaction; liquid aeration sprays a formula for mild issues. Learn which method suits your lawn, when to apply, and what each costs.
How to Fertilize Your Lawn
The 5 main methods of fertilizer application for lawns and plants are broadcasting, banding, aerator application, foliar feeding, and fertigation.
How to Dethatch Your Lawn
A spongy lawn that won’t absorb water usually means too much thatch. Learn four ways to remove it and when each method works best.
Liquid Dethatching for Your Lawn: Does It Really Work?
Liquid dethatching products use microbes and enzymes to break down thatch, but do they actually work? Learn when liquid dethatcher makes sense, when mechanical dethatching is the better choice, and how to get the best results.
How to Aerate Your Lawn
Aerate your lawn by choosing your aerator, watering one to two days before, working in a crisscross pattern, leaving soil plugs to decompose, and fertilizing after. Learn how with this guide.
Do I Need to Aerate or Dethatch My Lawn?
Not sure if your lawn needs aeration or dethatching? Use these simple at-home tests to diagnose the problem and get your grass healthy again.