Getting ahead of weed control saves you from a springtime struggle. Whether turning to cover crops or avoiding "seed rain," ...
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Top 10 Most Common Grass Problems

The grass could always be greener — or less weedy or patchy, depending. Read on for the top 10 grass problems, as identified ...
We’ve had a perfect start to autumn this year, and in November the season is in full gear. We can feel the transition: gone ...
If you have an overgrown yard, is it worth hiring goats to help maintain your lawn? We asked an expert goatscaper for her ...
Weeds love to sprout along fences, but there's a straightforward method that keeps them under control without backbreaking ...
The best time to aerate is when your grass is actively growing—spring or fall in cool areas, and late spring in warm ones. After aerating, overseed and fertilize so new grass fills in the holes and ...
As cooler weather arrives and you prepare to put your mower in the garage for the winter, don’t turn your attention away from your lawn just yet. Whether you’re overseeding your lawn, filling in bare ...
One of the most aggressive invaders to hit lawns, flower beds, and natural areas across the eastern United States is Japanese stiltgrass (Microstegium vimineum). This fast-spreading annual thrives in ...
October was originally, in the Roman calendar, the eighth month, but was changed to the tenth month when January and February became part of the 12-month calendar. Being moved to later in the year ...
We work to prevent and reduce pollution and to clean up polluted waters. That’s a simple summary, but sometimes it isn’t that straightforward. Specifically, we protect the quality of Washington’s ...
When weeds do appear, remove them before they flower. Deep-rooted weeds can be pulled using a stick weeder or pointed, narrow ...