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... More »
How often should I apply fertilizer to my lawn?
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You should feed your lawn every six to eight weeks during the growing season. This usually means April, June, August and October, but your lawn may require more or less feeding depending on the type of grass you have and your soil conditions. Always be sure to check with your local extension agent to get growing tips for your area and for your type of soil.
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... More »
When should I apply fertilizers to plants and trees?
Don't apply liquid fertilizer at the same time you plant. Some root hairs will break, and the fertilizer will burn them. Wait 2 to 3 weeks... More »
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... More »
How often should I give my grill a thorough scrubbing?
Be sure to do it at the beginning of the grilling season. Then, it depends on how often you use it. Three times a year is probably... More »
How often do I need to reseal my granite countertop?
Check the product you use to seal it. You’ll need to reseal the countertop every five years, but some products may need to be reapplied every two... More »
How often should I seal my asphalt driveway?
Depending on the product you use and the number of coats you apply, every 2 to 4 years should be... More »
What are the advantages of a synthetic fertilizer?
They're faster acting than organic, making them a good choice for aiding plants in severe distress from nutrient deficiencies. These... More »
When do I apply a post-emergent herbicide?
These are used on weeds that are actively growing, and should be applied in mid spring. Another excellent time is in early... More »
When do I apply a post-emergent herbicide?
This is used on weeds that are actively growing, and should be applied in mid spring. Another excellent time is in early... More »
How to Grow a Thick Green Lawn with Spring Fertilizer
A thick green lawn requires proper care and the right nutrients at the right time during the growing season. Get your lawn off to a great start this... More »
How Should I Water My Lawn
This video will show you how to water your lawn properly. We’ll talk about the different types of sprinklers that are available from your... More »
Lawn Repair - Fix a Bare Spot
Bare spots on your lawn can be caused by a variety of factors, like over-fertilizing or lack of water. Maybe you spilled some weed killer on it the... More »
Fall Lawn Care
When it comes to taking care of your lawn, fall presents one of the best opportunities throughout the year. First, the fall fertilizer application... More »
How to Prepare Your Lawn for Winter
Your yard was the envy of the neighborhood this year. But now it's time to pack things up for the winter season. We'll show you the steps to prepare... More »
Lawn Mower Tune-up (Deck)
It's a good idea to give your lawnmower a check-up every few months, but especially at the start of the mowing season. In this video, we’ll teach... More »
Lawn Mower Engine Tune-up
To keep your lawnmower’s engine running all season long, make sure to take some time to keep in maintained. In this video, we’ll teach you the... More »
Refinishing an Antique Part 2 - Apply New Finish
In the first segment in our 2-part series on refinishing an antique, we stripped the old finish off of our end table and gave it a lacquer... More »
How to Plant a Tree
This video will teach you about the basics of planting a tree. You’ll learn how to select the right tree for the right spot in your yard,... More »
