To mow your lawn less during the summer for warm season grasses like St. Augustine, bermuda, zoysia, and centipede, consider these options: Mulch mow weekly to reduce time by 20 percent, mow and bag every other week to save 50% but maintain a clean look, or mulch mow every other week...
Stetson not only has generated a massive social media following, but he also has a growing customer base for his lawn services. He admits in his videos that he does charge by the hour, so he certainly doesn't mind taking a few extra passes across the yard when mowing intricate patterns. ...
You water and mow the lawn weekly, so these two actions significantly impact your lawn’s health. While watering is done automatically by your sprinkler system, mowing depends on your skills and knowledge. Here are the main benefits you can expect when you invest time to learn and apply the ...
“When can I mow?” is a common question for all new lawn owners. You should mow as soon as your lawn has put down sufficient roots, such that you will have some difficulty pulling up individual pieces of sod. Quality sod laid during the active growing season that has received proper ca...
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Fertilizing is essential to achieve a healthy, green lawn. Learn what to do, when to do it, and what to avoid with this guide to lawn fertilization.
Raising the mowing height even a half-inch can make a difference. Don't forget to feed your lawn every 6-8 weeks withScotts® Turf Builder® Lawn Food. A lawn fed 4 times per year will grow thick and lush, helping make those stripes stand out even more. Finally, always mow with ...
Lawn Care Laying sod is hard work, so it’s no wonder why people are always hunting for a shortcut when they’re installing a fresh lawn. So, in theory, it makes sense to simply mow your lawn short and lay new sod right over the existing lawn. Many people assume that the underlying...
How to mow a lawn or grass the right way is one of the most important practices in keeping your lawn healthy. Grasses are like most plants — if you clip off the growing points (for grass, it's in the crown, where the new leaves develop), the plants branch out and become denser,...
New planting requires patience. While grass is germinating, your lawn needs adequate watering and rest. A young lawn can only be mowed for the first time when it has grown to a height of 3–4 inches. The first time you mow new grass, make sure your blades are very sharp to avoid dama...