If you live near a pine tree or have one on your property, pine needles can easily become one of your woes when it comes to gardening. The tiny, sharp needles from pine trees can prove to be a nuisance when out in the lawn, and especially so if you have pets which routinely need…
If all goes well with the seeding and germination process, you’ll reach the stage where your grass is growing taller by the day. In deciding when to mow new grass for the first time, timing is crucial; mow too soon, and you risk damaging and ripping up your tender seedlings. As a general rule, you…
After aerating, your soil is in the ideal condition to receive a range of other lawn care activities. Depending on the state of your lawn, there are a few different things you can do straight after aerating to make the most out of your freshly-aerated soil. After aerating a lawn, you should leave the plugs…
When it comes to growing and maintaining a lawn, one of the few tasks which will keep reappearing is the need for more grass seed to be planted. Grass may become patchy and bare during harsh weather if maintained incorrectly or no more grass is planted. One can sprinkle grass seed on a lawn without…
Liquid lawn fertilizer has many benefits when it comes to maintaining your lawn. Whilst it may not suit all lawns of all sizes, it is still a useful tool for those who have the means to use it. What Fertilizer Does My Lawn Need? The type of fertilizer you use depends on a few factors…
When it comes to fertilizers, there are so many different brands, premixed solutions and homemade solutions that it may be hard to find where to begin. Choosing the right fertilizer for your lawn is a delicate balance of finding one that is within your budget, contains adequate ingredients and is beneficial to the type of…
When following a proper fertilization schedule, it’s inevitable that you will end up having to fertilize your lawn during a rainy season. Planning out your fertilization activities can be tricky when rain is involved, as wet grass affects the process in several ways. The best time to fertilize a lawn during a rainy season is…
When it comes to lawn fertilizer, there are many different brands and compounds which are used to make different types of lawns healthy and green. All of these different lawn fertilizer options can become confusing, especially when it comes to those of us who own pets. Whilst some brands boast that they are safe after…
When it comes to fertilizing your lawn, less is definitely more. Applying too much fertilizer or fertilizing too often can quickly lead to fertilizer burn, especially if you opt for a chemical or quick-release fertilizer. Depending on the level of damage, it is possible to fix fertilizer burn on grass. The best way to fix…
Fertilization is a crucial element of any annual lawn care routine to maintain a lawn full of thick, healthy grass. So, knowing how to fertilize your lawn properly is the key to keeping your grass plants green and thriving. There are several steps towards fertilizing a lawn, including testing your soil, purchasing the right fertilizer,…
