What is dormant seeding, and why should you care about it? Dormant seeding is the shortcut to a spotless spring lawn. You seed the lawn in late fall or winter when the soil is cold enough to prevent germination, and seeds sprout when the ground warms up in the spring. The result is a thick, …
Pushing a heavy mower, especially uphill or across a big yard, can feel like too much work. If that sounds familiar, a self-propelled mower can help. So, what is a self-propelled lawn mower and how does it make mowing easier? This guide will explain how they work, the benefits and downsides, and help you decide …
The most common zoysia grass problems are Large Patch disease, brown patch fungus, white grub infestations, thatch buildup, and dormancy confusion. Most look similar at first glance, brown, dying grass, but each requires a different fix. Applying the wrong treatment makes things worse. This guide helps you identify exactly what you’re dealing with and treat …
Zoysia grass is a popular variety of lawn grass that does especially well in warm climates. It originated in Japan and has been in the United States since the late 1800s. Zoysia is considered an upmarket choice for home lawns, making it a great choice if you want to impress your neighbors and guests, and …
First, let’s understand what 160cc and 190cc mean. CC stands for cubic centimeters. It measures the engine size. A 160cc engine has 160 cubic centimeters of space inside. A 190cc engine has 190 cubic centimeters. More space means more power. Although, you probably asked yourself at one point, what makes for a good lawn mower? …
Maintaining a perfect lawn is pure hard work. It takes a lot of time, and money to plant, fertilize, mow, and water a lawn. However, even after so much effort Among the various grassy weeds out there, you can still see some species of grass that you did not plant, that includes dallisgrass and crabgrass. …
Mowing the lawn is a chore most suburban homeowners must tackle on a weekly basis during spring, summer, and fall. Keeping your lawn mower battery charged and in good working order is crucial for being able to keep up with lawn care. But how much power do you really need to run your mower efficiently? This is …
If you’re noticing that your lawn just doesn’t seem to be growing as well as it should, or if the grass is looking a bit thin and patchy, it might be time to dethatch. However, the problem begins once it gets too thick; dethatching is a must if you want to maintain your lawn vigor …
Weeds need the same things lawn grass needs to thrive, i.e. sunlight, water, and nutrients. Unfortunately, weeds can still thrive even when the grass is struggling from soil compaction, lack of enough nutrients, or less water. Most weeds are deep-rooted and grow quickly, and they will choke lawn grass if left on the lawn and …
Backfire is the loud bang or explosion that your lawnmower may produce while running or shutting off. This sudden surprise can be irritating and you may end up wondering why does my lawn mower backfire. Although backfire does not damage your engine, it can be an indicator of some other hidden mechanical issues that should …
