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Sowing Your LawnSowing Your LawnSowing Your Lawn Different grass types are designed to work in different climates. Sometimes, you may even need different types of grass in high sun areas and shady spots. Ask the expert at your local hardware store about what's right for your particular area. To prepare ground for a new lawn, rototill the top soil to a depth of two to... |
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Thatch FactsThatch FactsFacts on Thatch As your lawn starts to dig in for a long summer, you may notice that it's getting choked with thatch (which is a layer of excess plant matter that spreads around your blades of grass). In time, thatch will strangle your lawn to death. How do you avoid it? First, cut back on fertilizer, which tends to encourage a thatch... |
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We´re experiencing a drought. What can I do for my grass besides watering?If the grass is still growing, mow higher to encourage the roots to go deeper. The time between waterings needs to be stretched to the maximum. Make sure to water efficiently, wasting no water to runoff, and water thoroughly. During severe water shortages, let the lawn go brown. Many lawns simply go dormant during times of low rainfall. A healthy lawn of a perennial grass, though completely brown, can survive months of no water and recover quickly once rains return. |
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What is causing this yellow spot in my lawn?It is virtually impossible to determine the cause of the problem you are experiencing with your lawn without being able to see it firsthand. There are a number of possible causes for a lawn to yellow and look unhealthy: fungus/disease, the need for a fertilizer, lack of watering or insect damage. |
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What To Know About Grass SeedAll grass seed may look alike, but there's a world of difference in results. And once the seed is sown, you have to live with the results for a long time — or else tear the lawn out and start over. So before purchasing grass seed, it's wise to consider the following: |
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When is the best time to aerate my lawn?We recommend that you aerate before your first application of fertilizer in the spring. Fall is also a good time to aerate. Aerate when the soil is moist but not muddy. You can learn more about aerating in basics. |
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When is the best time to dethatch my lawn?We recommend that you dethatch your lawn before your first application of fertilizer in the spring. Fall is another good time to do this, especially if you are going to over-seed the lawn. |
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Winter and the LawnAt this time of year, most outdoor activities are limited to putting up Christmas lights and shoveling snow. Rarely do we think about our lawns, especially when they are yellow, frozen and possibly even covered in snow. If you live in the southern U.S., you might not have any snow to worry about, or a frozen turf for that matter, but that doesn't mean there won't be noticeable changes in the lawn, such as a change in color. |
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