Every spring, the crunchy brown lawn returns with a green vengeance, assuming it was properly cared for in the off-season. You might think a dormant lawn means your responsibilities have also gone dormant, but a little extra love in the…
When striving for that perfect, weed-free lawn, it can turn into a real tussle. You might be scratching your head, wondering if you can cut a corner or two when trying to get rid of weeds. This might mean hitting…
Growing a luscious lawn can take some work. Aside from proper weed control and mowing, it’s crucial to also pay attention to what’s happening just beneath the blades of grass. Below the green turf is a fibrous collection of organic…
Keeping a well-manicured lawn is a source of pride and envy for many homeowners. But when faced with a plethora of lawn mower alternatives, ensuring you’re using the one most suited to your lawn can be a tad difficult. After…
When attempting to grow a lush, green lawn, it can sometimes feel like every little tender blade of grass needs to be gently coaxed into existence. You know what doesn’t need a bunch of TLC? Weeds. They’ll grow anywhere and…
Hardy in USDA zones 6 through 9, crepe myrtles (plants in the Lagerstroemia genus) are a beloved part of many southern summer gardens. Their colorful flowers and distinctive bark make these plants, which can be grown as small trees or large shrubs,…
If you have a boxelder bug problem, consider sage as an insect-fighting champion. Originating from the Mediterranean region, this perennial herb is a member of the mint family. It has bushy growth with fine-haired leaves, and can reach 3 feet tall. When…
Is nutsedge taking over your lawn? Pinterest recommends using a sedge-specific herbicide as one of the best ways to effectively control nutsedge in your lawn or garden. However, this method does include using a pesticide, so there are some things…
If you have ever had the chance to visit a Disney-owned resort, odds are that you have been blown away by the beauty and attention to detail in the landscaping. You may despair at the thought of ever replicating the simply…
It is important to remain mindful of how your design choices could wreck your home’s value. Homeowners often take repairs and upgrades into consideration when thinking about how to preserve the value of their property, but those seemingly small design…