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Category: Lawn Care Tips
What Is Vermicomposting? Benefits and Getting Started
Whether you like compost or worms or both, vermicomposting is an easy, affordable way to grow your own compost at […]
Core Aeration vs. Spike Aeration
Core aeration vs. spike aeration: core removes soil plugs for lasting compaction relief, while spike is a quick fix. See which method suits your lawn.
What is Red Thread and How to Get Rid of It
Key Takeaways • Pinkish-red threads give it away: Antler-like, pinkish-red threads protruding from grass blade tips are the telltale sign […]
9 Reasons a Clover Lawn Beats Grass: Benefits Guide
People choose a clover lawn over grass because it’s easier to maintain with less water, fertilizer, and mowing. See 9 benefits, 9 trade-offs, and how to switch.
Why is Clover Taking Over My Lawn?
Key Takeaways • Compacted soil invites clover in: When grass roots can’t access water, air, and nutrients due to compaction, […]
What is Microclover and Why is it Good for My Lawn?
Key Takeaways • Microclover blends seamlessly with turfgrass: This dwarf selection of white Dutch clover tops out at 4 to […]
What is White Dutch Clover?
Key Takeaways • White Dutch clover forms a durable dwarf ground cover: Reaching 4 to 8 inches tall, this cool-season […]
Is Clover a Weed?
Key Takeaways • Herbicides made clover a weed: Chemical companies marketed broadleaf herbicides like 2,4-D that killed clover, and seed […]
How to Prevent the Neighbor’s Dog From Pooping in Your Yard
Key Takeaways • Scent repellents can deter dogs: Dog-repelling scent products work for some yards, though if they make matters […]