Plant Care Articles & How-To’s

To care for a lawn takes too much time and money, keeping the lawn properly, mowing, seeding of fertilizing, watering might be difficult or impossible. If

Weed resistance has been a big problem for years and it’s been in North Dakota, in western Minnesota for several years. We’ve also

Today I have a lawn tractor that the customer said it popped and when it was warm, it backfired and also hesitated a bit at low speed. You can

I just got this lawn mowers part of a trade. It’s got a couple issues. First one being that looks like the bolt that holds the exhaust

Benefits Of Potassium The reason you want to add really potash to your lawn is really to be able to  give it nutrients so that you can actually

Today I’m gonna show you how to use a tiller. The process is fairly simple and I will walk you through it in a step by step manner using this

Grass only really needs phosphorus when it’s first establishing itself. And once your grass has taken root, once it’s already seated,

I’ve noticed that when I’m mowing the grass that my fist gets kind of beat up with the lawn mower tire and and there’s still

Dethatching a lawn is something you want to do to remove dead grass and roots that have kind of built up overtime. And with a mower attachment,

Have you ever noticed that you don’t see a lot of grass in the forest or for that matter, many trees on the Prairie? You see grass and

People usually change spark plugs in small engine equipment way more than they need to. They sell spark plugs everywhere and yes, they follow

Characteristics Of Ornamental Grass I have an ornamental grass plant in my lawn, it’s been cut down for the season but in the spring this

I got a few areas of oxalis in my yard this year that have been starting to spread out a little bit more than I would like them to. So I’ve

We’re going to talk about the differences between the two: dethatching and aerating. Each one has its specific application that we want

Identification This Johnson grass it’s identifiable by pretty, stocky leaves. It’s in the genus sorghum so it’s actually related

I would like to show you how to clean an air filter on a lawn mower. This cover snaps on with there’s a little tab here. You just pull

We’re going to talk about an insect that attacks lawns here in the Midwest and really throughout most of the country, including Florida.

We’re going to talk about a question that I get so often that I probably get it on a weekly basis: How long can you store grass seed. So

I planted some seed out here a couple of weeks ago and all the birds ate it so all my hard work was gone. So I thought of this excellent idea

Just last time, I over seeded my hill. I had issues with the seed actually, it easily washes out so this time I’m trying germination blankets.

On today’s segment, we’re gonna be showing you how to get rid of that little brown spot on the law and that was probably left there

Have you ever intended to expand your garden and to grow a lot more quantity of the grass in your garden, but you only have dry, infertilized

Growing up new grass onto your lawn is a great way to refresh the look of your garden without tearing up your yard to make room for new grass

I’m going to show you how to remove grass to make flower beds/gardens and the best way to get rid of the grass to make a beautiful garden

As producers watch their weed emerge out in their fields, there’s also a common weed that they have to worry about many parts of the state. That

Having a nice-looking lawn is not really an easy thing, it requires a lot of understanding and caring. In fact, there are so many problems with

Many people complaint to me about their lawn having some mites that destroy the grass and how to get rid of that lawn mites. Because sometimes

Today we’re going to put this deck back on to my Husqvarna 2246LS riding mower. The reason I had taken this off last fall was because this

I am here today to show you how to repel a skunk. In my lawn, I noticed not too long ago that I had all of these patches and spots in my grass

You know bugs can be a nuisance for homeowners inside the house but unless you’re dealing with termites, it’s really outside where

Bahia grass, also called highway grass, is often used for turf grass or forage and can easily infiltrate your lawn garden or landscape plot as

Potassium, also known as potash, is one of the three essential macronutrients. Potassium plays an essential role in ensuring healthy crops and

I’m really excited to share this post about how to cut grass without a lawn mower with you because it’s something a bit different

The purpose of this topic is to show you the pros and cons of having a Bermuda grass. Bermuda grass is known by many names such as Duke grass,

Today’s topic will be about a question I get asked a lot about: how often to sharpen mower blades? In fact, it’s really quite simple. You

Dead, brown spots make a long look neglected and unattractive. St. Augustine grass has many good qualities but it also has some negative habits

I’m sure many of you have heard about that pesky monkey grass and are currently finding ways to kill it! After all, not many people like

A lot of people tend to complain about having a ton of weeds sprouting out of their gravel, may it be on their driveway or sidewalk. Not only

When maintaining grass, a lot of people tend to wonder, “what temperature does grass stop growing?” However, there is more to that

The most common issue might happen with your lawn will be an uneven lawn with lawn ruts, low spots, or holes. This not only brings along an annoyance

Taking care of the lawn can be a bit tedious, but it pays off in the long run with excellent results. However, there are some gardeners who experience

Is your St. Augustine grass turning yellow? Don’t worry, because you aren’t alone! There are various reasons why it begins to yellow,

Are you planning to begin growing your grass and maintaining proper health? Then you may have considered rolling your lawn. A lot of people take

I’m gonna show you how to get rid of wild onions, wild garlic or whatever you usually call it (onion grass) – without damaging your

Centipede grass is a common low maintenance fast growing, coarse lawn grass. You can overseed with centipede grass by evenly distributing the

A plan weed and feed product to your lawn may seem like a perfect way to kill two birds with one stone. Not only are you can to get eliminate

Zoysia SPP is the warm season grass, meaning it stays green during the summer and tends to lose its color in winter. While you can lay Zoysia

When planting grass seed in the fall, time the seeding to permit the grass seed to completely develop before frosty temperatures touch base in

Preemergent Weed Killer Preemergent weed killer is meant to stop weeds from growing and is usually applied in the spring. If you have had

Not only does lime not kill grass, it can benefit lawns and pasture. Use too much lime will damage grass but when you apply lime properly it

Understanding the life cycle of Japanese Beetles and their larvae, grubs, is essential to maintaining a pest free lawn. Using organic controls

Buffalo grass (Buchloë dactyloides) is a type of grass native to North America. American bison used to forage on buffalo grass, giving the turf

In the course of a year, fallen branches and clumps of leaves or cut grass can leave brown patches in a lawn. Not only are they unsightly, but

Homeowners who want to install their own sod can buy directly from the sod farm to cut costs. Before ordering the sod, homeowners should know

Whether establishing a completely new lawn or making repairs to an existing area, proper planning and preparation is needed. The question of

The best thing to do for a lawn is feed it. Well, that is a common misnomer. Homeowners don’t actually feed their lawn with lawn fertilizers.

Lawn irrigation is probably the trickiest of lawn maintenance tasks. “How much water is enough?” is a persistent and nagging question.

After the cold winter, you make the New Year resolutions: have a new batch of lush greenery. But the usual dilemma is, what type do you start

For some, lawn mowing can be a stress reliever, a way to just focus on the greens and let the time pass by. But for some, this activity can be

We all want a greener lawn, it serves as the focal point of our house, and an extension for outdoor activities such as family picnics. In planning

Admit it, their names suggest confusion which can get on your nerves easily. Spreaders can vary from small handheld models, to something as complex

In my lawn, I have placed a picnic table with some chairs in a corner of my lawn and I intentionally did not plant grass seed in that area. After

Weeds are a plant’s worst enemy. They race to grab the essential nutrients in the soil and gulp on water intended for plants. The worst part

If you have plans on moving houses, or thinking about selling your property with higher value, knowing ways to efficiently deliver water to the

Lawn tractors make easy work of maintaining your lawn grass, but what happens when the battery no longer works? Similarly, there are times when

If you want to mow your lawn with the least amount of manual labor necessary, you should consider getting a riding mower. However, these hefty

In order to ensure a healthy and good-looking lawn, you must practice proper maintenance. While watering and providing sufficient sunlight is

A good hose is the most essential tool for a garden. Yet, having to carry or drag it to the garden and coiling it after each use can be a challenging

Want to neatly store your hose and to prevent it from tangling? Want to use your hose for longer period of time? Want to spend least effort but

If you have a large garden to cover, chances are you have to move your sprinkler system from one area to another. Wouldn’t it be great if your

In most cases a sprinkler system would require the best sprinkler pump. A sprinkler pump is an important component as it is responsible for pumping

Have you ever spent so much effort and money for your lawn or garden only to have them run dry because they did not get enough water? If you

Want to save time, energy but still maintain a healthy, green and beautiful looking garden? Get yourself a sprinkler! An oscillating sprinkler

Often, as soon as friends and neighbors notice you are planting a new lawn, they will advise you to lime it. They say they did it and now they

If you are confused about your new grass seed, you are not alone. There are so many questions regarding grass seeds, the most common of which

Adding slopes to one’s lawn can accentuate its visual appeal. Instead of being completely flat like most other properties, a lawn can be distinguished

As much as you want your lawn to look healthy all the time, there will be the occasional problem of having dry patches. In order to get your

If you were on a long vacation or you simply didn’t have the time to conduct regular lawn maintenance, chances are you already have long grass.

Whether you are going to plant new seedlings or apply granular lawn care products, a drop spreader can always do the trick. With this piece of

Lawn tractors are commonly utilized in cutting unwanted grass and snow removal during the winter time. It has a cutting deck under the vehicle's

Should we lay sod in winter? Well, if you ask me I will say it is not the right time. Since laying sod is best during April to October. But we

Are you worried about the survival of your sods this coming winter? Lawn maintenance varies every season. Watering new sod in winter right is

The all-year battle with gardening, particularly controlling the growth of weeds can be tiring. Do weeds die in the winter? Can this season offer

Caring for brand new sod is important if you want to preserve the greenish look. Knowing how often to water new sod is essential for proper care.