Lawnmowers are just found for not starting after being stored for long, and rightfully so! After all, it’s just a machine designed to cut grass. And, when it doesn’t get any work doing when stored during the off-seasons, many other factors come into play, which might result in your mower not starting the next spring. …
How to Tell if Grass Seed is Germinating (Ideal Requirements)!
Germination is the initial growth process by which when new seed absorbs enough moisture and start sprouting. Grass seed germinate within 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. Germination rate of …
The Secret Guide to the Kawasaki FX1000V Oil
What oil does a Kawasaki FX1000V use? Kawasaki recommends using 10W-40 and 10W-30 for their engine in both low and high temperatures. Selecting the right type of oil for your Kawasaki FX1000V is vary and depending on the temperature in the region. In this case, We should consider a few things before selecting engine oil for your …
Dethatch or Aerate First? Proper Order Explained.
To have a good maintenance for an healthy lawn, you need to be watering the lawn, fertilize it, and mow it. However, even with this regular maintenance, the grass may still start to thin and display other signal of nutrient deficiency and under-watering. When the lawn starting to display this above symptoms, the roots are …
Is Peat Moss Good for Grass? (When and How to Use)
Peat moss is harvested from decomposed sphagnum moss which is found 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 …
How to Grow Grass in Clay Soil (Ultimate Guide).
Clay typically consist of 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 doesn’t mean you have give up on your …
Hydroseeding: Limitations, Advantages & Disadvantages.
What are the benefits of hydroseeding? Are there any cons? When’s the best time to hydroseed? And, most importantly – How to hydroseed? Well, if these are some of the queries that are troubling you, you’re at the right place! Read on to get all the answers! What is Hydroseeding? Hydroseeding, In simple words, this …
How to Get Rid of Clover in Your Lawn (Without Killing Grass).
Clover is a hardly legume that often grown and used as hay for wildlife. Clover can also be grown on the lawn because it is a perennial plant and requires low maintenance and can therefore be a good alternative to grass. However, most lawn owners consider it a weed and prefer to eliminate it from …
Can I use Starter Fertilizer on Established Lawn? What to Know
Fertilizers are essential for providing important nutrients to plants at every stage of growth. It is good to know that established and newly emerging seedlings have different nutritional requirements. This is the reason we have starter fertilizers and regular fertilizers. So, can you use starter fertilizer on an established lawn? No, starter fertilizer should not …
How Much 2,4-D Per Gallon of Water? (Mixing Directions)
2,4-D is a popular post-emergent herbicide used to control broadleaf weeds. It is produced in several chemical forms including liquid form (concentrated or ready-to-use), dust, or granules. To get the best result, you need to mix the herbicide in the right ratio. So how much 2, 4-D per gallon of water? Mix 2.5 oz of …