Kyle

Having a gorgeous lawn is the desire of any homeowner, but growing a lawn from new grass seed takes time, effort, and attention to detail. Luckily, watering new grass seed can be a pretty simple process as long as you get on a proper watering schedule to germinate the seeds properly. Once you know the […]

If you have a yard, you’re no stranger to pesky weeds popping up where they aren’t wanted. While you can always use chemical herbicides to kill weeds, they may not be environmentally friendly, and they are an added expense. A cheap and effective alternative is using boiling water to kill and control weeds throughout the

The summer months welcome sunshine, ice cream, and swimming in the pool, which means families all over the world will be blowing up inflatable pools and setting them up in the yard for their children. However, when summer ends, and you let the air out, you may be surprised to see a spot of dead

Heat-resistant grasses often go dormant during winter when they turn brown. Many of us neglect lawn care during these months since we think it’s pointless to take care of dormant grass. However, the winter months provide an excellent opportunity to get rid of weeds. Today we’ll cover how to kill weeds in winter so that your

If your yard has sandy soil, you might be thinking that you won’t be able to have a lush green lawn. However, this could not be further from the truth. You can definitely have a great lawn. It just takes some understanding of how sandy soil drains, as this will impact your watering habits. In

Goat heads, also known as the Devil’s Weed for a very good reason, are an invasive species of weed that grows on almost every continent. They can also be a menace to your kids and pets, especially if you’ve got them in your yard. They have built a reputation of being stubborn to kill, but with

Dealing with a muddy backyard is the pits! Or should we say the mud pits! No one should have to look at or walk through a muddy mess everyday, but soggy muddy yards are a common issue for many homeowners and renters. It can occur after heavy rain or be caused by busted pipes, sprinklers,

A muddy wet yard is a total bummer. Talk about a messy and inconvenient nuisance. Other than the grass getting damaged from sitting under the water for long, stagnant water is a haven for breeding mosquitoes and bringing other critters into your yard. You also shouldn’t mow a wet lawn, so that’s another issue. The

Every homeowner wants a beautiful, attractive lawn. Not only will a lawn full of lush green grass be the envy of your neighbors, but it will also make you and your family feel proud of your well-kept yard. However, maintaining your lawn takes a lot of time and effort. It does not just “happen.” It

Being a good neighbor is key to having a pleasant neighborhood experience (and good neighbors). A bit of courtesy goes a long way to establish positive rapport with others on your street. One area where etiquette is especially important is when it comes to lawn care. Mowing the lawn can be a loud and messy

If your lawn is looking patchy and thin and you might be wondering if overseeding is the solution. Today we will teach you how to overseed your lawn follow it up with some tips and pointers to give you the lush lawn you’re hoping for. Overseeding your lawn is a great way to improve the

Wondering how often you should mow your lawn? You know how much time and care it takes to maintain your lawn and keep it healthy. Finding the perfect lawn mowing schedule where you strike a balance between mowing frequently….but not too often can be tricky to figure out at first, but it’s definitely something you

It happens every year: one day you notice you no longer need to bust out the mower to give it a trim. Instead, it’s time to dig out the rake and garbage bags to clear away fallen leaves. But you may still be wondering, “When does grass stop growing….and how does that happen?” Grass stops

Whether you are filling in patchy spots, overseeding or starting a new lawn you may be wondering how long it takes grass to grow from seed. In today’s post we are going to walk you through the entire process and help you to understand why the answer is not so simple.   How fast it

Homeowners have often struggled with the decision on whether or not mow wet grass. If your grass is getting long or you have people coming over you might be wondering, “Can I mow wet grass?” We’re here to tell you it’s not a good idea and explain why. As a rule of thumb, mowing wet

Whether you are a senior looking to purchase a new easy-to-use lawn mower, or a loved one searching for a mower to keep the senior in your life active and independent, our list of the best lightweight lawn mowers for elderly will help you make the right choice. The Best Light-Weight Lawn Mowers for Seniors

Dethatching a lawn is a fairly simple process that can be a weekend DIY project with the right tools. But if you’ve never done it before you’re probably wondering how to dethatch a lawn and when’s the best time to do it.  If this is why you’ve come here, then we’ve got the perfect guide

Today we are sharing how to level a backyard using the simple step-by-step process we used on our our property. Fixing a bumpy or uneven backyard is easier than you think; we’ll show you how. Leveling your backyard can increase its overall appearance, reduce potential accidents and foundation costs, as well as making it suitable