Grass seeds are actually really small, and they may not require to be planted deep in the earth to grow. That said, will a simple broadcast do? Achieving a lush green lawn takes a good deal of time, work and commitment. Some people have taken years of effort to achieve a dense lawn of grass. … Read more
If your lawn is vulnerable to cars potentially running over it, we know how much of a worry and annoyance it can be. Whether it’s your neighbors or random cars passing by, sometimes people have no consideration about all the lawn care efforts you’ve gone through. The great news is that various solutions are on … Read more
Weed pulling is an age-old practice that’s remained a simple and effective method for weed prevention. Yet, all experienced gardeners and lawn carers will know that pulling weeds can take a toll on your hands, and it can become quite strenuous overall. The best gloves for pulling weeds are purpose made ones – not just … Read more
To get your lawn looking its best, particularly if it has been infested with hard-to-get-rid-of weeds or dead grass, sometimes means getting your hands dirty. And if you’ve got a green thumb, you don’t mind one bit. After all, there’s something very basic about digging up the dirt – almost connected to our early roots … Read more
Admit it, whether you’re sitting on a riding mower or pushing one, there’s something immensely satisfying about it. Especially with riding mowers, sitting atop your vehicle like royalty, passing judgment on the peasant grass below. And, when you’re finished, you return indoors, knowing that your lawn has never looked better. There’s also something incredibly relaxing … Read more
Grass is truly an interesting and essential plant for our earth to have life as we know it. Without grass, the planet would be a vast dust bowl, and we’d experience Star Wars-like dust storms like never seen before. Furthermore, without grass, it would be impossible to feed all the livestock that humans rely on. … Read more
St. Augustine grass thrives in most soils, shaded areas, and in hot climates by the seaside. Being one of the tolerant grass species, St. Augustine’s blue and green blades create a dense turf that spreads easily and quickly. However, some instances can make a St. Augustine lawn go dormant. St. Augustine grass goes dormant when … Read more
Bermuda grass is a warm-season perennial turfgrass that grows well in tropical, subtropical, and temperate climates. It can actually be considered a weed, but you can cultivate it to make a smart-looking lawn, and it will overpower most weed species – though not all. Therefore if you are growing Bermuda grass, it’s good to develop … Read more
Atrazine is an effective herbicide widely used on crops to control weeds. It’s also used on lawns to prevent annual weeds. Learning how to use the herbicide is essential as the manufacturer recommends specific dilution rates for atrazine to be effective. But how much atrazine per gallon of water is necessary? According to the manufacturer, … Read more
There are innumerable reasons people get into gardening. Perhaps they have a passion for growing and nurturing something by hand. Others enjoy the opportunity it affords them to commune with nature without having to leave their property. And some just enjoy the fresh air it provides the area. Whatever your reason for loving to garden, … Read more