From watering schedules to mowing tips, this guide has everything you need to know about how to care for new sod and achieve a picture-perfect lawn.
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What is Winter Desiccation?
Winter desiccation is the phenomenon where a plant loses water through its leaves faster than it can regain it through its roots during the winter months.
What is Crown Hydration?
Crown hydration is the destructive phenomenon of water freezing in grass during periods of thawing and rapid refreezing in the winter.
5 Signs of Freeze Damage on Plants
Split bark on trees and distorted, falling, wilting, or blackened leaves are the signs of freeze damage on plants you should be aware of.
How to Save Plants After a Freeze
Even after a harsh freeze, your garden can recover. Start by assessing the damage, moving potted plants indoors, watering your plants, applying mulch, and pruning dead material once temperatures rise.
Pros and Cons of Liquid Aeration
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.
How to Keep Grass Green in Winter
Cool-season grasses stay green through the winter if you fertilize them in the fall and continue watering. Warm-season grasses go dormant naturally but need protection from foot traffic and harsh weather.
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.