Grade the yard, extend downspouts, and install a drain tile system. Jump in to learn how to keep groundwater away from the house.
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How to Get Rid of Creeping Bentgrass
Some ways to get rid of creeping bentgrass are using post-emergent herbicides, soil solarization, and a full lawn renovation. Learn more here.
Pros and Cons of Creeping Bentgrass
One of the pros of creeping bentgrass is how soft it feels under your feet. However, it’s a high-maintenance grass. Learn more about its pros and cons here.
How to Tell If Your Grass is Dead or Dormant
Learn how to tell if you have dead or dormant grass with 5 quick tests, plus why grass goes dormant and how to fix truly dead patches.
What to Do With Tree Roots Growing Above Ground
Best options: cover the roots with mulch or plant groundcovers. Jump in for more tips on what to do about tree roots above ground.
How to Get Rid of Torpedograss
You can get rid of torpedograss by using post-emergent herbicides. At worst, you may need to restart your lawn from scratch. Learn more about torpedograss here.
The Best Grasses for Southern New Mexico
The best grasses for southern New Mexico lawns are buffalograss, Bermudagrass, Zoysiagrass, and fine fescue.
The Best Grass Seed for Mississippi Lawns
St. Augustinegrass, Zoysiagrass, Bermudagrass, and centipedegrass are the best grasses for Mississippi lawns.
Guide to the Planting Zones of Mississippi
Mississippi is in planting zones 7b to 9b, with minimum winter temperatures ranging from 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit.
Planting Zones of North Mississippi
Most of north Mississippi is in planting zones 8a and 8b, with low winter temperatures ranging from 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit.