Once ants become established in your lawn, they can be hard to evict, but it’s far from an impossible task – so if this is a problem you’re dealing with, here are our top 13 tips to get rid of ants in lawn. For a preview of a couple of the methods we’re going to …
Bahia grass, also called highway grass, is a light green coarse textured warm season perennial grass. Its seeds take longer to germinate as they can take up to 28 days, making the young grass vulnerable to weeds. The grass spreads slowly through stolons and it will take longer before establishing a thick turf. To grow …
A lawn roller is a very useful tool for lawn maintenance. The heavy cylinder attached to an axle is usually pulled over the lawn to flatten out bumpy spots. It can also be used when seeding a new lawn, for pressing grass seed into the topsoil for perfect germination. The equipment can either be pulled manually by …
Lawnmowers, like any power tools, are complicated pieces of machinery – and the problem with complicated machinery is that there is plenty that can go wrong. If you have a gas-powered lawnmower, one of the most common problems you might face is that it is hard to start. This is especially the case when the …
It’s ugly and annoying to have ant hills on your lawn. They ruin the beautiful appearance of your lawn. A large hip of soil may also smother the grass. So, how do you get rid of ant hills in your lawn without killing the grass? The first step in getting rid of ant hills is …
To start working regularly, your gas lawn mower needs three essential elements, air, spark, and fuel. If you clean the filter periodically or replace it when needed, air won’t be a problem since it is always available. As for the spark, it is never a problem if you take care of the spark plug. The …
The excellent mowing strategy will make your lawn look more beautiful and neater, but if you want something special, you need to pay attention to details. Yes, I am talking about using your cordless weed eater to do the final edging. What the Edging the Lawn Actually Is Well, if you have just a small yard, the …
Before using your weed eater, you need to prepare it. This procedure includes mixing fuel properly because an inadequate amount of oil can overheat the engine (if the amount is to low) or cause engine congestion (if the amount is too high). Therefore, it is essential to calculate the correct gas/oil ratio and ensure the smooth …
Bermuda and fescue are good choices for lawn grasses. However, they thrive under different climate conditions. Bermuda is a warm-season grass that thrives in the Southern United States, while fescue is a cool-season grass that grows well in the Northern United States and transition areas. In summary, the following are key differences between Bermuda grass …
Have you spotted clamps of crabgrass on your beautiful lawn? It is understandable if you are worried about the sudden appearance of weeds in your turf. After all, you have worked hard to keep your grass in tip-top condition. Although unsightly, the good news is that crabgrass will not immediately destroy your lawn. However, if …
