Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Most importantly—and we can’t stress this enough—no matter what you’re thinking about using, identify what kind of grass you have ...

Weeds—we can't live with them and, unfortunately, we can't live without them. But what we can do is find a way to control them. It all starts with understanding their biology and habits. By learning ...

Another cold snap (hopefully winter’s last) blanketed our area for several days, requiring some of us (me included) to return sensitive plants to protected areas. Soon it will be time to return ...

When winter comes, most plants and many grasses go dormant. It's like they are taking a break. And while it is easy to assume you can also relax and skip yard care for a while, it is rarely true. The ...

There are many species, and each needs individual care and attention to thrive. Read on as we discuss how to identify types of grass. It is now estimated that 81% of Americans own a lawn. Yet as ...

In last week’s article, I explained the advantages of planting trees and shrubs in the fall. These same advantages can also be gained when planting grass seed in September and early October. The ...

No matter where you live, there's always one neighbor with a beautiful lawn. It's always well-trimmed, with an emerald green sheen that the entire neighborhood envies. Lawns like this produce many ...

Let’s focus on controlling Bermuda grass this fall. Common Bermuda grass is sometimes called “devil’s grass” by old-timers. All types of Bermuda grass, from common (the weed) to hybrid Bermuda (think ...

Gardening can be a matter of perspective: One person’s weed is another person’s flower! But some types of weeds are not just a blip on the radar; they can take over your grass in a hurry if left alone ...