The pros and cons of liquid aeration: a mess-free way to soften soil without ripping up your yard, though it takes weeks to work and fails on heavy compaction.
Category: Lawn Care Tips
How to Keep Grass Green in Winter
Learn how to keep grass green in winter with grass-type tips on overseeding, fall feeding, mowing height, watering, and snow care from Lawn Love’s lawn pros.
How to Protect Your Lawn from Winter Damage
Protect your lawn from winter damage by giving it the care it needs before the cold sets in. Fall tasks, such as aeration, fertilizing, and cleanup, prepare your lawn, while careful winter habits, like staying off the grass, help it recover strongly in spring.
What is N-P-K? A Guide to Understanding Fertilizer Ratios
N-P-K stands for nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. These ratios show the percentage of nutrients driving growth, roots, and stress tolerance.
How to Prepare Your Lawn for Aeration and Overseeding
Proper lawn prep makes all the difference before aerating and overseeding. Learn how to test soil, mow to the right height, mark buried utilities, and time your project for the best results.
How to Tell Your Lawn Needs Lime
Want to know how to tell if your lawn needs lime? Look for patchy growth and yellowing grass on your lawn, among other things.
How to Repair Winter Damage to Your Lawn
Winter stress doesn’t mean your lawn is ruined. Learn how to identify common damage and follow the steps to repair your lawn. From loosening compacted soil and fertilizing to reseeding bare spots. This guide will help your grass regain its health and beauty for the seasons to come.
How to Avoid Over-Fertilizing Your Lawn
Know how to avoid over-fertilizing your lawn. From soil testing to the best time to apply, these tips can help.
What is Winterkill?
Winterkill is damage or death of grass due to harsh winter conditions. Causes include crown hydration, desiccation, low temps, ice sheets, and snow mold.
Can You Dethatch and Aerate at the Same Time?
Whether you can dethatch and aerate at the same time depends on the health and condition of your lawn, your grass type, and the time of year.