Alex Kuritz

Meet Alex, the mastermind behind this whole shebang! He’s the original founder of CrabgrassLawn, and has been rocking the landscaping scene for a whopping 15+ years. Now, when it comes to turf grass, this guy knows a thing or two. And he’s on a mission to share it with like-minded people and the larger community of DIY lawn enthusiasts.


Featured In

Alex Kuritz is a respected authority in the field of lawn care and maintenance. He consistently receives recognition in major publications for his expertise in lawn care, weed control, and lawn diseases. He has been featured in:

Experience

  • Lawn Care,
  • Mowing,
  • Edging,
  • Fertilization,
  • Weed Control,
  • Herbicide Use,
  • Soil Science,
  • Turfgrass Health,
  • Turfgrass Varieties,
  • Lawn Disease,
  • Organic Lawn Care,
  • Sustainable Lawn Care

Personal Life

Alex not only keeps his own 5000 sq ft yard in tip-top shape, featuring the coolest Bermuda and St. Augustine grasses, but he’s also the go-to guy for his neighbors’ lawns. He currently resides in Southern Alabama with his wife and two daughters.

Latest Articles

Best Weed Killers for St Augustine Grass
St. Augustine Grass, Lawn Weeds

5 Best Weed Killers for St Augustine Grass

Planted in the right areas, St. Augustine grass is an unsurpassed choice for lawns in several southern states including Texas, ...

Best low mow grass types - Slow Growing Grass
Lawn Care

Slow Growing Grass and Short Grass [No-Mow Alternatives]

Mowing your lawn is perhaps one of the most daunting lawn care tasks that must be performed regularly. But you ...

How to Treat St. Augustine Grass Fungus
St. Augustine Grass, Lawn Disease

How to Treat St. Augustine Grass Fungus & Get Rid of Brown Patches in Lawn

My St. Augustine lawn showcased lush growth until a few days ago. I’ve noticed brown patches cropping up all over ...

What Causes Fungus in Grass?
Lawn Disease

What Causes Fungus in Grass?

There are several causes of fungus in grass, most of which are just the result of bad lawn care practices. ...

Fungus Treatment for Grass
Lawn Disease

Fungus Treatment for Grass

I’ve dealt with lawn pests for years and just when I thought things couldn’t get any worse, my turf is ...

smallest riding lawn mower
Lawn Equipment

Top 7 Smallest Riding Lawn Mowers in 2023

Riding lawnmowers have been around for a while now, but if there was one thing that’s stopped me from taking ...

Lawn Fungus Identification Guide - Key Signs and Treatment
Lawn Disease

Lawn Fungus Identification Guide – Key Signs and Treatment

We all desire a lush green lawn, but oftentimes we don’t always get what we want, mostly due to lack ...

9 Best Commercial Zero Turn Mowers + Buying Guide 
Lawn Equipment

9 Best Commercial Zero Turn Mowers + Buying Guide 

Zero-turn mowers are all the rage lately and for good reasons. For starters, zero-turn mowers offer superior maneuverability, faster mowing ...

How To Level Depressions Caused By Heavy Traffic And Dog Urine
Lawn Care

How To Level Depressions Caused By Heavy Traffic And Dog Urine

If you catch urine spots before the grass completely dies, leaving bare earth behind, you can use something like Scotts ...

How To Level Bumps And Depressions Caused By Digging And Burrowing Animals (1)
Lawn Care

How To Level Bumps And Depressions Caused By Digging And Burrowing Animals

If your fluffy friend has been searching for treasure in your yard, don’t be too hard on them, they’re just ...