Between Tall Fescue and Kentucky bluegrass (KBG), which one should you plant in your lawn? While both are cool-season grasses, there are a number of factors unique to each of them that will help you choose which one is most suitable for your yard. In summary, the difference between Kentucky Bluegrass vs tall fescue is the … Read more
Shaded areas normally yield a thinning lawn, bare spots, and slow growth of grass. Areas in your lawn that have a dense shade due to tall trees and buildings can be difficult to get grass growing in them. The best solution is to plant good grass that grows in shade. The best shade tolerant grass … Read more
St. Augustine grass grows fast, making it a great choice for building a thick turf. The recommended fertilizer program begins in the spring. You’ll need to apply 1 – 1.5 pounds of nitrogen per 1000 sq. ft every 8 to 10 weeks for the best results. But what fertilizer should you feed your lawn with? … Read more
Both St. Augustine grass and Bermuda grass are great warm-season lawn grasses. You’d pick them if you live in warm areas and would like to grow a great lawn. Some people mix grass seed of the two, others choose to seed with just one. Should you choose Bermuda grass or St. Augustine grass? In summary, … Read more
At some point, you may have seen some spiders in your lawn. They’re easy to misidentify. The most common type is the grass spider, also called the funnel-web spider. In most areas, you’ll start to see these spiders from early spring all the way to the end of summer. To get rid of spiders in … Read more
If you’re looking to grow Bermuda grass in areas with shade, then there are a few things you need to consider. To begin with, Bermuda grass is not very tolerant to shade. If your lawn has tall trees and objects that block direct sunlight, you might want to consider another type of grass that will … Read more
Crabgrass is one of those grasses that grow in tough conditions. This makes it a bad weed for homeowners who want to grow thick, lush and green lawns. All the methods that we’ll apply to kill crabgrass will take into account that this weed flourishes in both warm and cool weather conditions. The best way … Read more
Bermuda grass Identification Bermuda grass is a lawn grass species that is native to Africa and certain parts of Asia. Also known as Cynodon dactylon, this grass species tends to invade lawns, gardens and flowerbeds where it isn’t wanted. If you suspect that your lawn has been invaded by Bermuda grass; you should know exactly … Read more
The recommended Bermuda grass mowing height is 1.5 inches for hybrid varieties and 1 inch for common varieties. You might, however, need to adjust the frequency and height depending on the season and type of Bermuda grass you’ve grown on your lawn to maximize growth, health, and thickness. Here’s a complete guide on the height … Read more
Bermuda grass, casually known as devil’s grass or couch grass, is beloved by homeowners and landscaping professionals for its drought-hardiness and wear resistance. It’s also great as animal fodder. Is Bermuda grass a weed in lawns and flower beds? Apart from being good for hay, lawns and golf courses, Bermuda grass is also an invasive weed, especially … Read more