{"id":20631,"date":"2023-12-30T23:24:26","date_gmt":"2023-12-30T23:24:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=20631"},"modified":"2025-03-26T17:02:34","modified_gmt":"2025-03-26T17:02:34","slug":"lawn-care-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/lawn-care-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Comprehensive Guide to Lawn Care"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you are new to lawn care or looking to sharpen your skills, our complete lawn care guide includes articles ranging from how to upkeep your lawn care equipment, to how to care for your lawn, and how to prevent lawn pests.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more advanced readers, we also cover landscaping topics and lawn care techniques like striping.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide gives you all of the skills you need to love your lawn!<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\" data-mobilecollapse=\"true\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"false\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-677d21a1-1dfe-447b-98d9-58a0d5b82e30\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Lawn Care 101<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap left\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#1-how-to-plant-grass-seed-\">How to Plant Grass Seed<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#2-how-to-mow-a-lawn-\">How to Mow a Lawn<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#3-how-to-kill-weeds-\">How to Kill Weeds<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#4-how-to-make-homemade-weed-killer-\">How to Make Homemade Weed Killer<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#5-how-to-aerate-your-lawn-\">How to Aerate Your Lawn<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div>  <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-a4da42c6-77fa-4a89-aa03-3db07fd394ab\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Lawn Equipment 101<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap left\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#7-how-to-sharpen-lawn-mower-blades\">How to Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#8-how-to-put-string-in-a-weed-eater\">How to Put String in a Weed Eater<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#9-how-to-replace-a-sprinkler-head\">How to Replace a Sprinkler Head<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#10-how-to-winterize-a-lawn-mower\">How to Winterize a Lawn Mower<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#11-lawn-equipment-product-reviews\">Lawn Equipment Product Reviews<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div>  <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-f0974db4-ea8e-4fc2-9146-623e9f84b259\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Landscaping 101<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap left\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#13-how-to-edge-your-lawn\">How to Edge Your Lawn<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#14-how-to-plant-flowers\">How to Plant Flowers<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#15-how-to-lay-sod\">How to Lay Sod<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#16-how-to-install-a-sprinkler-system\">How to Install a Sprinkler System<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#17-how-to-trim-bushes\">How to Trim Bushes<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div>  <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-c0b3eb3c-e28d-4af1-8847-0779f2f4be75\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-3-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Advanced Lawn Care Techniques<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap left\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-3-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#19-how-to-grow-grass-in-the-shade\">How to Grow Grass in the Shade<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#20-how-to-stripe-your-lawn\">How to Stripe Your Lawn<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#21-how-to-revive-dead-grass\">How to Revive Dead Grass<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div>  <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-482ff265-cd7a-4356-b972-42e6c674ff81\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-4-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Lawn Pests<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap left\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-4-650ee9c0-8175-4431-8b9c-1e1ef3650167\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#23-how-to-get-rid-of-fire-ants-in-your-lawn\">How to Get Rid of Fire Ants in Your Lawn<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#24-how-to-get-rid-of-fleas-in-your-yard\">How to Get Rid of Fleas in Your Yard<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"118\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/lawn-care-101.jpg\" alt=\"grass graphic\" class=\"wp-image-20633\"\/><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-lawn-care-101\"><span id=\"lawn-care-101\">Lawn Care 101<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn the basics of keeping a healthy lawn<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-how-to-plant-grass-seed-\"><span id=\"how-to-plant-grass-seed\">How to Plant Grass Seed <\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-plant-grass-seed\/\">how to plant grass seed<\/a> and ensure a lush, green lawn. Discover planting tips and how to select the best grass seed.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-how-to-mow-a-lawn-\"><span id=\"how-to-mow-a-lawn\">How to Mow a Lawn <\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019ll show you <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/lawn-mowing-tips-and-tricks\/\">how to mow your lawn<\/a> safely with 8 time-tested mowing tips that will strengthen and fortify your lawn.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-how-to-kill-weeds-\"><span id=\"how-to-kill-weeds\">How to Kill Weeds <\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019ll show you <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/kill-weeds-permanently\/\">how to get rid of weeds<\/a>&nbsp;with herbicides, hand-pulling, smothering, vinegar, and more.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-how-to-make-homemade-weed-killer-\"><span id=\"how-to-make-homemade-weed-killer\">How to Make Homemade Weed Killer <\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for an organic herbicide? We&#8217;ll show you <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-make-homemade-weed-killer\/\">how to make a homemade vinegar weed killer<\/a> to help annihilate pesky weeds.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-how-to-aerate-your-lawn-\"><span id=\"how-to-aerate-your-lawn\">How to Aerate Your Lawn <\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-aerate-your-lawn\/\">How do you aerate your lawn<\/a>? We&#8217;ll show you why aeration is essential, list the tools you need, and detail the step-by-step process.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/lawn-equipment.jpg\" alt=\"graphic of lawn mower on green background\" class=\"wp-image-20635\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/lawn-equipment.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/lawn-equipment-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/lawn-equipment-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-lawn-equipment-101\"><span id=\"lawn-equipment-101\">Lawn Equipment 101<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this section, we&#8217;ll cover how to use, maintain, fix, and store your lawn care equipment. We also have included links to some of our lawn equipment product reviews spotlighting out best lawn mowers, best string trimmers, and best leaf blowers.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-how-to-sharpen-lawn-mower-blades\"><span id=\"how-to-sharpen-lawn-mower-blades\">How to Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-sharpen-lawn-mower-blades\/\">how to sharpen your lawn mower blades<\/a> correctly in just 9 steps to give your grass a healthy, clean cut.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-how-to-put-string-in-a-weed-eater\"><span id=\"how-to-put-string-in-a-weed-eater\">How to Put String in a Weed Eater<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-put-string-in-weed-eater\/\">how to put string in a weed eater<\/a>, from choosing the appropriate string and removing the old string to reassembling the weed whacker.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-how-to-replace-a-sprinkler-head\"><span id=\"how-to-replace-a-sprinkler-head\">How to Replace a Sprinkler Head<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Properly <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-adjust-sprinkler-heads\/\">replacing your sprinkler heads<\/a> is imperative to watering your lawn. Let Lawn Love help you through adjusting or replacing yours.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-how-to-winterize-a-lawn-mower\"><span id=\"how-to-winterize-a-lawn-mower\">How to Winterize a Lawn Mower<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prepare for a successful spring by <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-winterize-lawn-equipment\/\">properly winterizing your lawn equipment<\/a>. This guide shows you how!<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-lawn-equipment-product-reviews\"><span id=\"lawn-equipment-product-reviews\">Lawn Equipment Product Reviews<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-riding-lawn-mowers\/\">Best Riding Lawn Mowers<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-zero-turn-lawn-mowers\/\">Best Zero Turn Lawn Mowers<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-string-trimmers\/\">Best String Trimmers<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-leaf-blowers\/\">Best Leaf Blowers<br><\/a><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Click here for a complete list of <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/category\/product-reviews\/\">Lawn Love\u2019s Product Reviews<\/a><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/trim-1.jpg\" alt=\"graphic of landscaper trimming bushes\" class=\"wp-image-20643\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/trim-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/trim-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/trim-1-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-landscaping-101\"><span id=\"landscaping-101\">Landscaping 101<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In chis section, we&#8217;ll show you how to improve the look and feel of your yard.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-how-to-edge-your-lawn\"><span id=\"how-to-edge-your-lawn\">How to Edge Your Lawn<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Edging a lawn takes care and patience. We&#8217;ll show you <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-edge-your-lawn\/\">how to edge your lawn<\/a> like a pro, including the tools and techniques to use.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-how-to-plant-flowers\"><span id=\"how-to-plant-flowers\">How to Plant Flowers<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to create a garden bed? In this guide, you&#8217;ll learn everything you need to know to <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-prepare-a-flower-bed\/\">start a new flower bed<\/a> that lasts.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-how-to-lay-sod\"><span id=\"how-to-lay-sod\">How to Lay Sod<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-install-sod\/\">how to install sod<\/a> in your yard. Get lush green grass for you to enjoy, with our sod installation guide.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-how-to-install-a-sprinkler-system\"><span id=\"how-to-install-a-sprinkler-system\">How to Install a Sprinkler System<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Installing an in-ground sprinkler system is easy. We\u2019ll detail 9 steps to show you <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-install-a-lawn-sprinkler-system\/\">how to install a lawn sprinkler<\/a> to keep your lawn healthy.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-how-to-trim-bushes\"><span id=\"how-to-trim-bushes\">How to Trim Bushes<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do your overgrown bushes make you tired? Don\u2019t slump!! Come along as we show you <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/landscaping-how-to-trim-tall-and-overgrown-bushes\/\">how to trim your bushes<\/a>.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Advanced-lawn-care.jpg\" alt=\"graphic of lawn care and landscaping\" class=\"wp-image-20637\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Advanced-lawn-care.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Advanced-lawn-care-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Advanced-lawn-care-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"18-advanced-lawn-care\"><span id=\"advanced-lawn-care\">Advanced Lawn Care<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This group of articles covers tips for specialized lawn needs.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"19-how-to-grow-grass-in-the-shade\"><span id=\"how-to-grow-grass-in-the-shade\">How to Grow Grass in the Shade<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/tips-for-growing-grass-in-shady-areas\/\">Growing grass in shade<\/a> is possible by choosing the right grass seed and creating the right conditions for it to thrive.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"20-how-to-stripe-your-lawn\"><span id=\"how-to-stripe-your-lawn\">How to Stripe Your Lawn<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lawn stripes provide various benefits for your grass. Find out <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-stripe-your-lawn\/\">how to stripe your lawn<\/a> and make your neighbors green with envy.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"21-how-to-revive-dead-grass\"><span id=\"how-to-revive-dead-grass\">How to Revive Dead Grass<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-bring-grass-back-to-life\/\">Revive your dead lawn<\/a> with expert tips on soil prep, seeding, watering, and care. Learn how to bring your grass back to life.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/pest-control.jpg\" alt=\"graphic of pest control\" class=\"wp-image-20638\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/pest-control.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/pest-control-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/pest-control-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"22-lawn-pest-control\"><span id=\"lawn-pest-control\">Lawn Pest Control<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"23-how-to-get-rid-of-fire-ants-in-your-lawn\"><span id=\"how-to-get-rid-of-fire-ants-in-your-lawn\">How to Get Rid of Fire Ants in Your Lawn<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From boiling water to natural ant baits, here is <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-get-rid-of-fire-ants-in-your-yard\/\">how to get rid of fire ants<\/a> in your yard and keep them away.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"24-how-to-get-rid-of-fleas-in-your-yard\"><span id=\"how-to-get-rid-of-fleas-in-your-yard\">How to Get Rid of Fleas in Your Yard<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From proper lawn care to insect growth regulators and pesticides, discover the best <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/lawn-care-how-to-get-rid-of-fleas-in-your-yard\/\">ways to get rid of fleas in your yard<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lawn Love\u2019s complete guide to lawn care includes how to mow a lawn, how to kill weeds, and how to revive dead grass.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":94,"featured_media":20658,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[126],"tags":[147],"class_list":["post-20631","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-lawn-care-tips","tag-lawn-care"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/logo-1.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Cecilia Acevedo","author_link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/author\/cecilia-acevedo\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20631","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/94"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=20631"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20631\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/20658"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20631"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=20631"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=20631"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}