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

Lawn Care

How To Keep Grass Healthy Through Winter! – Winter Lawn Care Guide

Winter is that time of the year when the last thing we think about is our front yard. It is ...

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Lawn Care

6 Best Milorganite Alternatives & Best Organic Fertilizers for Lawns

Milorganite is by far the best organic fertilizer of choice for people who want to grow a healthy-looking lawn. But ...

Lawn Equipment

Best Home Weather Station Reviews – 2021 Edition

Timely maintainence is important for lawn health, and includes applying fertilizers and herbicides. Most lawn care products should be applied ...

Best Lawn Roller Alternatives
Lawn Care, Lawn Equipment

What Lawn Roller Alternatives Can I Use? Homemade to 55 Gallon Drums

Why would you need a lawn roller? Keeping your turf level and smooth gives you the advantage of easy mowing, ...

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Lawn Care

Can You Cut Wet Grass? Guide to Mowing a Wet Lawn After Rain

It just rained and your lawn is all wet. Can you cut grass when wet? Normally, you should wait for ...

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Zoysia Grass, St. Augustine Grass

St. Augustine Grass vs Zoysia: Differences and How to Choose

Should you grow St. Augustine grass or zoysia grass? Both are warm-season grasses, but there are subtle differences and similarities ...

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Irrigation

How Much Do Lawn Irrigation Systems Cost? (Typical Homes)

An irrigation system not only saves you water but keeps your lawn looking lush and green. With that being said, ...

Lawn Care

Fall Lawn Care – How To Prep Your Lawn During The Fall Season

Keeping Grass Healthy Through Fall Season! The Best Tricks and Tips on How to Protect Grass in Fall and Winter ...

Lawn Care

Spike vs Plug Aerator – Which One to Use + How they Work

Lawn aeration makes sure your grass gets adequate water and nutrients as well as loosens the soil for proper development ...

Lawn Ideas

10 Fall Lawn Care Hacks To Make Your Life Easier

It’s that time of year when warm-season grasses go into dormancy and we get ready to retire our lawn care ...