- What time of year should I plant grass seed?
As long as the soil temperature is 50 degrees for higher, you can plant seed. However, the best two times are in the spring, when the soil is moist,...
- How do I maintain my mower after each use?
After each mowing, wait until then engine cools and then use a hose to spray the clippings and grass debris that may be clinging to the underside of...
- What do the three numbers on a bag of fertilizer mean?
They represent the percentages of plant nutrients by weight. Just remember up, down and all around. The first number represents the nitrogen,...
- What type of grass seed should I use for a bare spot?
There are many types of grass for different regions of the country. But the things to consider includemdashis the area shaded or sunny and how...
- Are lawnmower blades specific to particular mowers?
Yes, you need to know the brand, width of the cut and whether it is a mulching mower. Some blades come with adapter kits that allow them to be used...
- I used a shade-tolerant grass seed in a shady area, but the seeding won't grow. What's going on?
Make sure you keep this area well watered, and do not cut it as short as the rest of the lawn. In addition, rake the leaves in the winter. If you...
- How short should I cut my grass?
About 2 or 3, but never more than about 13 of its...
- How do I plant grass seed?
Start with top-quality grass seed. Work the soil up a little with a rake. If you are over-seeding consider using a slicing machine. Evenly sowing...
- What is lawn thatch?
Its a layer of stems and the crowns of dead grass just above the soil. While clippings decompose quickly, thatch decomposes slowly and...
- Do you have an ice melter that will not damage concrete or adjoining grass?
Yes, one option is a product that uses a specially formulated corn...
- I want to fertilize my lawn and prevent crabgrass, but I just spread grass seeding on my lawn. What should I use?
There is a product specially formulated as a pre-emergent that prevents crabgrass but allows grass seed to...
- I have some bare spots in my lawn. What do you recommend for starting grass growth?
There are lawn patching products that are specifically formulated for these situations. It is a mulch that contains seed and fertilizer....
- How much ground will lawn fertilizer cover?
Lawn needs are usually based on nitrogen needs and vary from 1 to 6 pounds needed per 1,000 square feet per year. Specific amounts depend...
- How often should I aerate my lawn?
It depends on what type of soil and grass you have. Aerate clay soil twice a year and sandy soil once a year. Spring and fall are the best times for...
- When should I dethatch my lawn?
Dethatch after thatch on the ground has built up past 12 inch. Some thatch on the ground is useful as it acts as insulation, holding in moisture...
- What is lawn thatch?
Its a layer of stems and the crowns of dead grass just above the soil. While clippings decompose quickly, thatch decomposes slowly. When it...