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Best Walk Behind String Trimmers
Lawn Equipment

8 Best Walk Behind String Trimmers – Reviews & Buyer’s Guide

To tackle areas your lawnmower can’t reach, a string trimmer, also called a weed whacker or weed eater, is a must. Walk-behind string trimmers, or wheeled string trimmers – similar …

how to keep birds from eating grass seed
Lawn Care

15 Effective Ways to Keep Birds From Eating Grass Seed!

Birds offer several advantages for your lawn and garden. But birds and grass seeds aren’t a good combination. Grass seeds are a favorite food for many species of birds such …

natural weed killer recipe
Lawn Weeds

20 Natural Weed Killer Recipes [And 2 To AVOID]

When unwanted plants like weeds invade your turf and nearby plants, these pesky plants compete with desirable grasses for air, water, and nutrients. Are you familiar with the common weeds in …

best zero turn mower for hills
Lawn Equipment

The 8 Best Zero Turn Mowers for Hills in 2023

Zero-Turn mowers, favored for their superior maneuverability and efficiency on large yards, offer a range of benefits over traditional models.  Equipped with features like hydrostatic transmission systems, mulching kits, high-traction …

dandelion removal tool - dandelion puller
Lawn Weeds

10 Best Dandelion Removal Tools and Buying Guide

My wife hates dandelions, so much so that every morning her mission is to scan through the yard looking for those telltale yellow flowers and remove any she finds with …

best riding mower for hills
Lawn Equipment

10 Best Riding Lawn Mowers for Hills (and 2 to Avoid)

Recently, my lawn care business acquired a new client seeking various services—lawn fertilization, weed control, and regular mowing. Upon inspecting his lawn, it’s clear that the vast and uneven terrain …

Onion Grass
Lawn Weeds

What is Onion Grass and How to Control It (EAT IT)

Are there pungent onion odors lingering on your lawn? Just like garlic, onions are an allium that contains sulfur compounds with very strong odors. Learn more about alliums. But if you …

how to get rid of water bugs
Pest Control

How to Get Rid of Waterbugs? 10 Natural Ways

Initially, I mistook a cockroach problem for a more severe issue, a presence of waterbugs. Although cockroaches and waterbugs share similarities, key differences exist.  Waterbugs thrive in damp areas like …

How to Tell if Your Lawn Needs Lime
Lawn Care

7 Sure Signs to Tell if Your Lawn Needs Lime

Homeowners including me have been raving about the benefits of lime for years, and how this miraculous mineral can improve soil, fertilizer, and grass performance.  Applications of limestone such as …

8 Benefits of Adding Lime to Lawns
Lawn Care

8 Benefits of Adding Lime to Lawns

I’ve always wondered why my lawn looked dull and sparse in spite of applying essential nutrients with the right fertilizers and maintaining a stringent care regimen. Turns out my cool-season …