Expert Advice on Home Improvement

Changing the way you mow your grass can save water by reducing the need for lawn irrigation. Using a mulching mower and blade and leaving the grass clippings on the lawn will provide natural, organic nitrogen and help retain moisture. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

It’s important to keep you lawn watered during dry weather, but timed sprinkler systems often cut on when watering isn’t needed. The Wireless Moisture Sensor from Vigorouses uses a remote sensor to monitor moisture levels in the soil. It then relays the information to the timer to prevent it from cutting on unnecessarily. Watch this video.

Instead of sending your leaves to the landfill, consider recycling them to feed the plants in your garden. Leaves are a great, free source of nutrients and insulation for your garden if used correctly, and you can keep your lawn neat while still allowing nature to work its magic. Read on to find out how to recycle the leaves in your yard. Read in full.

Your lawn’s nutrient needs change in the fall in preparation for the cold weather ahead. If all the conflicting advice about whether or not to winterize your lawn has left you confused, you’re not alone! But figuring out what to do may not be as hard as it seems. Read on to find out how to prepare your lawn for winter. Read in full.

Joe asks, “What type of ‘weed-n-feed’ can I use that’s safe for St. Augustine grass?”

As you’ve likely discovered, many broadleaf weed killers also harm St. Augustine grass. There are a few herbicides available that are rated for St. Augustine, but most of them are weed control only. Read on to find out more. Read in full.

We’re giving away two LEHR Propane Powered Eco Trimmers ($200 value) to help you cut down on pollution while sprucing up your yard. Winner of the EPA Clean Air Excellence Award, the Eco Trimmer delivers the power and performance of a gasoline powered string trimmer without the negative environmental impact. Read on to find out how to enter. Read in full.

Henry asks, “Is it a good idea to use grass clippings as mulch?”

Grass clippings can make great mulch when properly dried and spread. Read on for some tips on how to recycle your grass clippings as mulch. Read in full.

To achieve a simple and noticeable pop in the “curb appeal” of your home, pay attention to the curb itself. Since it doesn’t serve as a focal point of your yard, keeping the curb neat and tidy can be easy to overlook. But it’s one of those small details that has a surprising effect on the big picture of the curb appeal of your home. Read on to find out how. Read in full.

Fall and spring are the most important times of the year for establishing and strengthening lawns, as well as preparing them for the harsh temperatures of winter and summer. Read on to find out how to take care of your lawn during the fall. Read in full.

One of the constant challenges of lawn maintenance is dealing with invasions of unwanted grass species. Bermuda grass is a tough one, because it’s aggressive and very quickly spreads both above and below ground to take over lawns and planting beds. Here are some tips for dealing with unwanted Bermuda grass in your lawn. Read in full.