admin Water is one of the key requirements for keeping a lawn green. It’s quite frustrating to realize brown patches in your lawn despite your daily efforts of keeping it hydrated. So, why is your grass turning brown despite watering? Despite adequate watering, grass can turn brown as a result of diseases, pest infestation, nutritional deficiency, excess … Read more
A faulty lawn mower can change a busy day set aside to mow your lawn into a garage session of fixing the problem. A sputtering sound indicates a mechanical problem with your lawn mower. So, why is your riding lawn mower sputtering? A riding lawnmower may sputter due to old or contaminated fuel in gas tank, … Read more
Potting soil and topsoil are popular types of dirt in gardening. The two are different in composition, application, and nutrient sustainability. So, which one is better for grass? Potting soil is a mixture of dirt, peat moss, organic matter, and nutrients important for container gardening. On the other hand, topsoil is naturally formed through the … Read more
Are you thinking of starting a lawn or changing your lawn grass, and you are having difficulty deciding between perennial ryegrass and tall fescue? Both are tough turf grown in cool climates and transition areas. However, they have notable differences, such as shade tolerance, wear tolerance, and soil type preference which are helpful in making a choice. … Read more
Starting a new lawn is not for the fainthearted; it comes with many challenges. For grass seed to germinate successfully, you need to prepare the soil adequately, water the seeded lawn thoroughly, and protect the seed from birds and extreme weather conditions. Birds are beautiful creatures but are not welcome in a newly seeded law. … Read more
Germination is the initial growth process when the seed absorbs enough moisture to start sprouting. Grass seed will germinate in 3 to 4 weeks if the soil conditions are favorable. The seed germination process requires three basic conditions: air, warmth and moisture. Light is also necessary once the seed has germinated. The germination rate of … Read more
To maintain a healthy lawn, you need to water the lawn, fertilize it, and mow it. However, even with this regular maintenance, the grass may start to thin and display other signs of nutrient deficiency and under-watering. When the lawn displays the above symptoms, the roots are not getting sufficient nutrients and water. To rectify … Read more
Peat moss is mined from decomposed sphagnum moss which is present underwater in peat bogs. Many gardeners use it to amend soil but are not sure if it’s beneficial to grass. So, is peat moss good for grass? Yes, peat moss is beneficial to grass in several ways. It helps soil to retain moisture and … Read more
Cats roaming in your yard are likely to spray on your grass and tear up your gardens as they play or hunt. Investing in a good cat repellent will help in keeping cats out of your yard, garden, and lawn for good. I have tested a few cat repellents and for sure I can tell … Read more
Clay usually contains very fine particles that impede the normal flow of water and air in the soil. Clay soil retains water for longer and extremely hardens in dry weather. This may make it difficult for most plants to thrive. Having clay soil in your yard is not the end of the road for your … Read more