When it comes to starting a new lawn from seed, timing is critical. Seeds and seedlings require specific environmental conditions for optimal germination and establishment. These needs vary from one ...

If your lawn is thin or in bad shape, you may wonder when to plant grass seed. You can start a new lawn, fix bare patches, or invigorate an existing lawn by planting grass seed. The best time to plant ...

It’s the time of year to get gardening. Today let’s work on our biggest garden - our lawns. If you have sparse grass in parts of your lawn, spring is a great time to plant additional grass seed.

Laying new grass seed in the fall is one of the best ways to achieve a thick, green lawn, and come spring, you'll be glad you did it. Cooler temperatures, increased rainfall, and less competition from ...

Learn how to choose the right type of grass seed, plus some top options for all kinds of lawns. Choose the best grass seed ...

Is it ever really too late to plant grass seed? The answer to that has a lot to do with where you live. As the flakes start to fly in some parts of the United States, other areas still have plenty of ...

Sowing grass seeds at the right time is essential. Whether you have a sprawling front yard or a small patch of grass, everyone wants their lawn to look lush come spring and summer. The secret to a ...

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 ...

Ok. Let’s get this out of the way. Every time I write about lawns, my inbox jams up with messages from the lawn haters. “Biological wasteland.” “Unconscionable assault on nature.” “Abomination upon ...

I could be described as a traditionalist. I value and respect the lessons and advice passed on to me from previous generations. I trust this advice because it will have had many years of success to ...

Changing your soil’s pH and picking the right grass seed can make all the difference. Grass needs sunlight to grow, so start by trimming tree branches to allow more sunlight to reach those shady areas ...