What’s the Best Height to Cut Grass? Here’s How to Set Your Mower Correctly
The best height to cut grass depends on the type of turf grass you have and the season. Here's how to adjust your lawn mower height settings so your lawn looks its best.
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Caring for Your Yard
Can You Mow Wet Grass? The Answer, Plus 7 Mowing Tips
Wet grass, whether it’s from morning dew or relentless rain, makes lawn care challenging. Keep your turf in check with our mowing tips.
How to Grow and Maintain a Zoysiagrass Lawn
Slow-growing zoysiagrass is a lawn grass for warm climates. Count on it to grow well in part shade or full sun and stand up to foot traffic.
Don't Throw Away the Cicada Carcasses in Your Yard—Use Them to Enrich Your Garden
You're probably aware that the cicadas are here for the season—but you may not have known you can compost their carcasses and shells to enrich your garden compost and soil.
21 Plants for Sandy Soil That Thrive in Dry Conditions
Discover 21 plants that flourish in sandy soil. From vibrant flowers to hardy shrubs, find the best options for your garden.
How to Plant and Grow Bermudagrass for a Lush Lawn
A turfgrass for warm climates, Bermudagrass forms a dense lawn that stands up to traffic and heat. Here's how to care for a Bermudagrass lawn.
5 Best Ways to Water Raised Garden Beds of All Sizes Correctly
These simple methods and must-know tips for watering raised garden beds will help you grow healthier plants and save water.
How Often Should You Mow Your Lawn? 8 Tips to Time It Right
How often you should mow your lawn depends on factors such as type of grass and weather. These tips will help you figure out how frequently to mow for a lush, healthy lawn.
What Is Loam Soil and How Can You Create It in Your Garden?
Loam soil is often mentioned as best for plants. But what is loam soil exactly? Here's what to know about this ideal soil type.
9 Common Garden Myths That Could Ruin Your Garden
Find out the truth behind common garden myths with these research-based facts from experts.
Are Coffee Grounds Good for Plants? An Expert Weighs In
Cut through the bad advice and learn how to use coffee grounds properly to help your plants thrive.
25 Raised Garden Bed Ideas for Growing Veggies and Flowers
Use these raised garden bed ideas to create the perfect planting space without digging up your yard.
Is Epsom Salt Good for Plants? Here's What an Expert Says
Find out if Epsom salt is good for plants or if that's just a garden myth, according to experts.
Don't Start Yard Cleanup in Spring Too Soon—Here's Why
Yard cleanup can cause more harm than good when done too early in spring. These tips will help you get your spring garden cleanup done at the best time to help out pollinators and other beneficial insects.
Is Your Outdoor Plant Dead or Dormant? 5 Easy Ways to Tell
Not sure if a garden plant is dead or dormant after the winter? These tips well help you tell the difference.
What to Do with Grass Clippings: 3 Ways to Put Them to Use
Wondering what do with grass clippings after you mow? Here's how to use them to improve the health of plants and soil throughout your landscape.
How to Fill a Raised Garden Bed: 3 Affordable Methods
Discover how to fill a raised garden bed using 3 simple options that can help you save money on soil.
How Long Do Seeds Last? Plus How to Tell If Old Seeds Are Still Good
How long seeds last depends on how they are stored. Find out how to store seeds so they stay good as long as possible, and how to check seed viability.
How to Get Rid of Moss in the Lawn and Prevent It From Returning
Skip the herbicides and get rid of moss in the lawn with these eco-friendly tips.
What's a Mulching Lawn Mower and Is It Better for Your Grass?
Here's what to know about mulching lawn mowers, including how they work, what to look for when shopping for one, and tips for using these machines effectively.