The best time to dethatch depends on your grass type: late spring to early summer for warm-season grasses, early fall or spring for cool-season.
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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
The Best Grass Seed for Eastern Kentucky
Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, and perennial ryegrass are ideal for eastern Kentucky. Read on to discover the best grass type for your yard.
The Best Grass Seed For Western Kentucky
Both cool-season and warm-season grasses like tall fescue and Bermudagrass thrive in western Kentucky. We’ll help you find which is best for your yard.
The Best Grass Seed for Central Kentucky
For central Kentucky, Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, tall fescue, and fine fescue are best. Find which grass is best for your lawn.
The Best Grass Seed for Kentucky Lawns
The best grasses for Kentucky include Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, Bermudagrass, and Zoysiagrass. Find the best grass for your location and soil type.
Common Weeds in Illinois and How to Get Rid of Them
Knowing how to get rid of crabgrass, dandelions, and other common Illinois weeds with manual or chemical methods is essential for weed-free landscaping.
Month-to-Month Illinois Lawn Care Schedule
This guide provides monthly advice, from spring prep to winterizing, to help you maintain a lush and healthy Illinois lawn throughout the year.
The Best Grass Seed for Illinois Lawns
The best grass seeds for Illinois lawns include Kentucky bluegrass, fescues, perennial ryegrass, and Zoysiagrass. Read our guide to find the best one for you.
How to Fix Patchy Grass: Complete Repair Guide
You have two main options for fixing patchy grass: reseeding, which is affordable but takes 8-plus, or installing sod patches, which provides instant results but at a higher cost.
5 Ways to Apply Fertilizer to Your Lawn and Garden
The best ways to apply fertilizer are broadcasting, banding, foliar feeding, fertigation, and using an aerator.