Kill ground ivy with the right herbicide. Use triclopyr (like Ortho) for cool-season or Celsius for warm lawns. Apply in the fall for best results.
Category: Lawn Care Tips
How to Get Rid of Henbit in Your Lawn
Apply post-emergent herbicide in fall or early spring during henbit active growth. Use pre-emergents in the fall to stop weed seeds.
Pre-Emergent Herbicide Not Working? 7 Reasons Why (And Fixes)
Pre-emergent herbicide fails from timing mistakes, poor coverage, and soil issues. Learn 7 reasons why and how to fix them for weed-free lawns.
Spring Lawn Care: 12 Essential Steps to Green Up Your Lawn
Spring is the season to awaken your lawn from its winter slumber. Rake the turf, test soil, and apply fertilizer to boost and green up your spring lawn this growing season.
How to Test Your Lawn Soil: DIY vs. Lab Methods
DIY tests are quick and give you a general idea of your soil’s pH, but they’re not as reliable. Lab soil tests provide a very accurate analysis of your soil health, though they can take longer to deliver results.
11 Common Winter Lawn Care Mistakes
Most winter lawn care mistakes come down to bad timing, not the cold. Here are the 11 that cause the most damage, plus the fix and timing for each.
Why Your Mowing Pattern Matters Before Grass Goes Dormant
Alternating your mowing direction keeps your grass in excellent condition and helps ward off winter problems like snow mold and water accumulation
Most Common Winter Weeds
Winter weeds like chickweed, henbit, purple deadnettle, and annual bluegrass thrive when your lawn is dormant. Learn how to identify and control these cool-season invaders before they take root this spring.
Best Gift Ideas for Lawn Lovers: Fun and Useful Picks
The ultimate lawn care gift guide for every budget. From humorous tees to robot mowers, find 15 gifts your lawn enthusiast will actually use and love.
How to Identify Your Soil Type With 4 Simple DIY Tests
Identify your soil type with the squeeze, jar, ribbon, or drainage test so you can choose the right plants and keep your lawn healthy.