Category: Lawn
Check out our articles on lawn care, maintenance, cost and service guides.
Everyone loves a golf course-quality lawn, but few people are willing to go through the process of establishing it. This is because the process is usually labor-intensive and time-consuming, no matter the method you select. When comparing hydroseeding and regular seed, hydroseeding is a better option and easier alternative compared to regular grass seed. Although […]
There are a few good lawn practices that should be done after dethatching to maintain a healthy lawn. But it’s all going to depend on the current state of your lawn. It’s a good idea to overseed after dethatching if your lawn is sparse or has bare patches. Before you think about overseeding, I would […]
Most people don’t view dethatching as unnecessary lawn maintenance activity and tend to ignore it until it’s too late. Lawn dethatching is an important lawn maintenance activity and a by-product of thick lush lawn. A very poor thin lawn will not have thatch buildup, but a lawn that is healthy will eventually build up thatch […]
If you’ve started observing bald patches and thinning grass on your lawn, it might be time to reseed or overseed your lawn. But you don’t want to waste your money on these tasks, so you have to know their prices. The national average for reseeding a lawn is $275, but the average price for these […]
Dethatching is one of the most effective ways through which you can restore your lawn’s health and look. This is because, when done right, it will give your lawn the best chance of recovering its aesthetic appeal by increasing nutrient, air, water, and fertilizer penetration. Dethatching grass helps it grow because it frees the grass […]
Dahlias are known for their intense colors and symmetrical ball-like shape. They have been a hit across Europe since the late nineteenth century. It was at the end of the eighteenth century before the Dahlia reached Europe and soon after three varieties were known. Between 1830 and I860 the interest in Dahlias became intense, and […]
The chrysanthemum has been very properly designated the queen of autumn flowers. Thanks to the untiring and assiduous efforts of the great growers and hybridizers it has been brought to a pitch of perfection undreamt of a generation ago. The word Chrysanthemum has been derived from the Greek chrysos, gold, and anthemon, flower. It is […]
Hydroseeding is a modern and faster way to plant. With the right hydroseed slurry and equipment, you can have a picture-perfect lawn in your yard in less than a month. While hydroseeding might seem like a simple job, there is a lot that goes into it hence why you should spend some extra money and […]
Lawns need mowing regularly to keep them healthy, green, and luscious. How often you need to mow your lawn varies depending on the time of year and grass type. On average you will need to mow a lawn once every 2 – 3 weeks. In summer when grass grows quicker, that is reduced to once […]
A lot of homeowners have turned to modern methods like hydroseeding to help them grow magazine-cover-worthy lush green lawns without spending a lot of money. With the right hydroseed mixture, skills, and good timing, you can grow a healthy lawn through hydroseeding anywhere in the world. The best time to hydroseed is in the spring […]
Thatch is the interwoven layer of organic matter consisting of dead and decomposing plant stems, rhizomes, stolons, and roots lying between grass blades and the soil surface; excessive thatch harbors disease-causing fungi and pests, and it is detrimental to your lawn health. Lawn dethatching is mechanically removing the excess thatch layer from your lawn so […]
How Much Does a Gardener Cost? Gardens need a lot of attention and care to keep that curb appeal and more importantly, to make your neighbors jealous. The cost to hire a gardener ranges between $35 – $75 per hour on average. Specialty tasks such as lawn aeration may carry a high price tag due […]
Lawn aeration is important to have done every couple of years before overseeding and fertilizing. Lawn aeration costs $35 to $150 for the average lawn, but you will pay more for larger ½ acre and 1-acre properties. In most cases it cost about the same to hire a lawn aeration machine or DIY, so you […]
Dethatching allows seeds to come in direct contact with soil. It improves the odds of better moisture penetration while giving growing grass easier access to nutrients. Therefore, you should dethatch before overseeding because doing so will give the seeds better odds of thriving into thick, healthy, and aesthetically appealing grass. Thatch builds up in thick […]
Proud gardeners will know the satisfaction of keeping a luscious lawn. Proper lawn care requires regular maintenance, and one of these key bits of maintenance is lawn aeration. Aerating lawns is just as important as watering and fertilizing to keep them thick, green, and healthy. Lawn aeration is the process of punching holes in your […]
Lawn aeration is the process of punching holes in your lawn using either a core or spiking method. Lawn aeration allows oxygen to the roots of your lawn which stimulates root growth, leading to a greener and healthier lawn. Lawn aeration also allows water and nutrients to get to the roots of compacted soil. How […]
Proper lawn care and mowing are vital to keeping your property in tip-top shape. It is a time-intensive job to keep your lawn well-groomed, and larger properties may even require weekly upkeep to ensure that your lawn remains lush and green throughout the year. Lawn mowing costs $132 on average with the range being $52 […]
When the word ‘plant’ is uttered, images of trees, shrubs, and flowers most likely spring to mind. But what about grass? Should grass be considered a plant too? As it turns out, grass is indeed a plant. In fact, grass is one of the most abundant plants in the world, making up nearly 30% of […]