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 …
Milorganite, an organic nitrogen fertilizer, is a product that you’re likely to consider using on your lawn. That’s because you can apply it without risk of burning your grass. Also, it contains a iron, which means when you apply Milorganite it will help grass achieve a beautiful dark green color. But you may wonder when …
Dandelions are notorious and difficult to control. In lawns they invasively compete with grass for available resources and if nothing is done they will completely take over your lawn. Applying a weed killer is one of the best strategy for getting rid of dandelions in your lawn. In this guide we have highlighted and reviewed the …
Scotts Weed and Feed products are designed to flip that balance so your turf thickens while the weeds decline, but only if you match the product and timing to your lawn. So, how fast do Scotts weed and feed work? Grass will appear greener and healthier 1 to 5 days after application of Scotts Weed …
Struggling with yellow grass, puddles after rain, or bare patches? Your lawn might have compacted soil. You can tell by testing with a screwdriver — if it won’t easily push 6 inches into moist soil, you’ve got compaction. Compacted soil prevents water, air, and nutrients from reaching grass roots, causing weak growth and lawn problems. …
Using pregrown sod can instantly give your lawn a plush, green look. But patching or replanting your yard with sod does not have to mean purchasing it from a greenhouse or garden center. By selecting the right grass seed, creating a nutrient-rich soil mixture and germinating seeds in a warm environment, you can start to …
Oil is one of the most important addition grease to the engine; it cleans, lubricates and protects the system moving parts. SAE 30 and 5W30 are popular motor oils with the same viscosity rating of 30 when hot. So, what is the difference between SAE 30 and 5W30? SAE 30 and 5W30 have different viscosity …
