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Looking to do some work on your lawn or the rest of the yard?

Check out our articles on taking care of your yard.

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Zip Around The Lawn Using The Best Tire Pressure For Zero-Turn Mowers

Every home owner wants to have the best looking yard on the block, and that means having the right tools for the job. Zero-turn mowers are one of those necessary tools, thanks to their efficiency, maneuverability, and speed when it comes to getting the job done. These mowers have big tires packed with air, so…

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Lawnmower Maintenance: The Essential Guide For New Homeowners

Lawnmowers are a necessary homeowner’s tool when it comes to keeping your yard looking neat and tidy. But as new owners of an unruly yard quickly learn, lawnmowers require regular maintenance to keep them running smoothly. Neglecting basic maintenance tasks can lead to costly repairs down the line, so it’s important to stay on top…

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When Can I Seed After Using Scotts Triple Action?

If you want to prevent crabgrass, kill all the weeds you see (and those you don’t), and fertilize your lawn, then you may have been recommended Scotts Turf Builder Triple Action. This 3-in-1 formula is a favorite among every homeowner and gardener that I know. And while there are instructions on the bag, there is…

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Best Backyard Upgrades For Your Home According To Experts

If you’re tired of having a drab backyard, then it’s time to consider making some changes. There are some upgrades you can make to your backyard that not only make it a more inviting place for your family, but also more desirable when you’re ready to sell the home. We asked some experts for their…

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Should You Use 19-19-19 Fertilizer for Lawns?

Fertilizer is a critically important part of your lawn care and must be carefully chosen and applied to ensure that you get the best grass. Unfortunately, it can be hard to understand different types of fertilizers and the benefits that they provide. For example, a 19-19-19 fertilizer is a standard option for many yards. But what…

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How To Get Whipworms Out Of Yard

Whipworms are disgusting parasites that live in your dog’s intestinal tracts and spread through fecal matter into your ground. Once they are in the ground, these worms will spread, eating grass and devastating your lawn. And this lifecycle begins again once they lay eggs that may infect your dog again. As a result, treatment must…

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How Much 2,4-D Per Gallon of Water?

2,4-D is one of the most popular and effective herbicides on the market today. It is generally safe for grass, though it can kill a wide variety of weeds, garden plants, trees, and shrubs. It must be mixed with water and a surfactant to be used, whether you’re planning on applying it with a water…

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How Long Does It Take For Weed Killer To Work?

Weeds can severely impact the health and well-being of your garden or lawn and need to be managed to the fullest extent possible to ensure that you don’t run into any challenges. However, there are many types of weed killers on the market, each of which is different in many ways. One of how they differ…

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How To Get Rid Of Stickers In Yard

There’s nothing more bothersome than a yard overrun with stickers!  These pesky little weeds have a way of sticking to everything they can. Whether it’s your kids clothes or your pets, they soon find their way into your home and your car. Stickers are a real nuisance and this guide will help you have a…

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How to Permanently Kill Grass and Weeds

If you are trying to prepare your backyard space to create a small garden, you will have to make a few preparations first. One of the main steps is clearing grass and weeds permanently. This process will require you to get to the roots.  Killing weeds starting from the roots ensures that they don’t grow…

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How To Kill Weeds and Keep Trees and Shrubs Safe

You can either use natural or chemical methods to kill weeds in your garden. The safety of your trees and shrubs will depend on how you apply these methods. With careful application, the safety of your trees and shrubs is guaranteed. The chemical method employs the use of herbicides. In contrast, the natural method applies…

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What Causes Grass Bubbles? (And How To Fix Them)

A lawn or grass bubble looks like a blister under the grass. It is caused by water that is trapped and does not drain away. Because the water cannot drain, the grass floats on top, forming a blister of sorts. Poor drainage in certain areas of the lawn is one of the main reasons they…

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How To Dig A Trench For Drainage

It can be unsettling when there is water building up in your yard, both for health and material reasons. The moisture which settles in the logged areas of your yard can cause erosion to the foundation of your home and wash away valuable landscaping, which results in a massive mess. As such, digging a trench…

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How Long After Planting Grass Seed Can You Walk On It?

You’ve spent a few hours seeding your lawn. The job is done, and all that remains now is for the grass to grow. While you wait for the lush lawn of your dreams to appear, you can walk on it like normal, right?  Not so fast. Grass seeds (as well as germinating sprouts) are extremely…

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How To Dig A Trench By Hand

Digging trenches is one of the earliest forms of work documented in historical records. Before the industrial revolution, people dug trenches using their hands. In that case, people used to dig deep trenches that had to be sustained or shored to prevent the trench walls from breaking down. Despite that, you can dig trenches in…

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How Long Does Scotts Weed and Feed Take to Work?

Even if you are a beginner or expert gardener, one aspect that you will want to achieve is to have a magnificent weed-free lawn. However, you might realize that you need to get high-quality lawn fertilizer to get such a lawn. That is where the Scott Weed and Feed play a role in feeding your…

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Best Time to Apply 2,4-D to Kill Weeds in Your Yard

Most people struggle with weed killer chemicals. Despite being the most effective at killing weeds, if proper considerations are not taken into account, it might not effectively kill the weeds. Are you considering applying 2, 4 D to kill weeds in your garden? If you have dealt with chemicals before and have failed to eliminate…

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