Use the power of the sun to get rid of your water-wasting grass through solarization. This method is great for weed-ridden lawns and is not very labor-intensive. Keep in mind that solarizing can take up to 12 weeks to work, so start in early spring. What you’ll need: Clear or bla...
Compacted soil affects lawns in a variety of ways. Compact soil is often too tight for roots to penetrate, and your lawn depends on its roots for water and mineral nutrients. When roots can no longer reach the lower levels of soil, your lawn will stop growing, and new blades of grass w...
. Adding sand and gypsum can help, too. Planting in raised beds is another way to improve the drainage of heavy soil and make it more bulb-friendly. Many small bulbs such as snowdrops, snake’s-head fritillaries, and eranthis prefer more humus-rich soils that never go bone-dry in...