Cool-season lawns will be more competitive if kept at a height of 2-3 inches. Certain species perform better when mowed at 3 ...

Spring Lawn Care Calendar by Region Apply spring fertilizer too early, and you’ll weaken your lawn’s root system. Miss your pre-emergent window by two weeks, and ...

Adding lime can help grass absorb nutrients and conditions the soil to improve root development. Before adding lime, you must ...

A step-by-step guide to get your grass summer-ready ...

While you may have enjoyed taking a break from lawn care during the winter, spring is the season to turn your attention back to your yard. Your efforts now will largely determine if you have a lush, ...

Cool-season grasses grow quickly in the spring, and waiting too long to make the first cut can stress the lawn unnecessarily, ...

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Why now might be the best time for your lawn.

Weeds in the lawn may start innocently enough as a stray patch of dandelions or clover. Before long, they erupt, and you have more weeds than lawn. Applying weed killer keeps weeds in check or stops ...

Spring lawn care is crucial for a healthy lawn during the summer. Improving soil, managing watering, fertilizing correctly, and mowing high are key to lawn care. Using a mulching mower and managing ...

Iowans have made it through another winter and many are looking to re-beautify their once-colorful lawns and gardens. If that's you, grab some gloves and some fertilizer and follow these tips. When ...