The benefits of fall lawn cleanup include a stronger winter lawn, fewer pests and diseases, less spring work, and a safer, tidier yard. Here’s why it pays off.
Category: Lawn Care Tips
What is Lawn Mower Blight?
Lawn mower blight is a tree injury sustained from repeated hits from a lawnmower blade or weed whacker string, causing harm to the tree.
What’s the Difference Between Fall Fertilizer and Winter Fertilizer
Fall fertilizer vs. winter fertilizer: see how timing, nitrogen type, and benefits differ, plus when to feed your cool-season lawn and which to use.
When Should You Apply Winter Fertilizer?
Learn when to apply winter fertilizer: mid to late fall, near your last mow but before the first frost. Timing tips for cool-season and warm-season lawns.
How to Compost Weeds
Learn how to safely compost weeds without spreading them in your garden. This guide covers hot composting to kill seeds and roots, proper preparation techniques for problem weeds, and step-by-step instructions for turning garden invaders into nutrient-rich compost your plants will love.
Pros and Cons of Homemade Weed Killers
Learn about the pros and cons of homemade weed killers before using one. They’re budget-friendly but the effects can be short-term.
What Causes Compacted Soil? (6 Reasons + Prevention Tips)
Compacted soil can develop for many reasons, from heavy foot traffic and vehicles to low organic matter, intense rainfall, overwatering, and even construction equipment. Understanding what causes compaction is the first step toward preventing it and keeping your lawn healthy.
The Best Lawn Alternatives for the Pacific Northwest
From clover and creeping thyme to Roman chamomile, learn about the best lawn alternatives for the Pacific Northwest.
Benefits of a Winter Fertilizer
Improved cold hardiness and disease resistance, stronger roots, earlier spring green up, and denser shoots are the main benefits of winter fertilizers.
What is Winter Fertilizer?
Winter fertilizer is a late-fall, low-nitrogen, high-potassium feeding. Learn the best NPK by grass type and exactly when to apply it for a greener spring.