Key Takeaways Apply mulch in a ring 3–6 feet from the trunk, 2–3 inches deep Always leave a gap between the mulch and the trunk (the "doughnut" method) Mulch can reduce weed growth by up to 85% and water evaporation…
The best time to add lime to your lawn is fall, with spring as a close second. Fall works best because the freeze-thaw cycles of winter help break down lime and work it into the soil, so it is ready…
Compared to seeding, plugging, springing and other lawn planting methods, installing a sod lawn carries the crown due to the many benefits it comes with. Sod produces an instant lawn, requires little irrigation, prevents soil erosion, and makes for a…
Outdoor spaces, such as gardens and backyards, allow us to enjoy our homes to the fullest. When the weather permits, it’s like having an extra room - one with mesmerizing sights and scents. For that matter, it’s no wonder that…
Yes, you can and should use Milorganite alongside other fertilizers. Milorganite is an organic slow-release fertilizer that lacks potassium, so pairing it with a potassium-containing fertilizer gives your lawn a complete nutrient profile. Just be cautious with synthetic fertilizers: combined…
When you start the lawnmower, you expect it to continue running until you switch the engine off. In a standard, properly working lawnmower, this is the case, but if your machine has a problem, you will experience your lawnmower sputtering…
If you recently got a whiz-bang coffee machine at home or you have noticed your local coffee shop is throwing away a lot of used coffee grounds that you feel you can put into better use, and you have a…
Raising chickens in your backyard isn’t as difficult as choosing the correct species to breed. It requires comprehensive knowledge to be able to determine the kind that will adapt to your backyard and can reproduce quickly. However, here we have…
If you are like me and don’t like using a rake to collect grass clippings after mowing or are looking to collect the clippings and leaves to make compost for your garden, one of the best ways of collecting the…
Nobody wants a brown lawn. Unfortunately, it happens, and it comes about due to plenty of reasons. Reasons for Your Grass Dying Draught If you had travelled for a few weeks during summer and you failed to water the grass,…