The first thing to know about planting grass seed is that preparation is essential for a lush lawn. It does not matter whether you start a new lawn from seeds or fix that annoying bare spot or rough ...

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.

How many plants are in your yard? If you have a lawn, the answer is: Too many to count. The average quarter-acre lawn contains millions of grass plants. Fortunately, these plants start easily from ...

Let’s start by saying that winter is probably not the best time to sow grass seed in your yard. However, if you know how to grow grass seed and when to sow grass seed at the right moment, it’s ...

Seed is often cheaper than a full sod installation; however, the No. 1 issue with seeding is weed pressure since your seed will take time to become established and form a thick carpet of grass. Our ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you've never experienced 'grass envy' before, take a look at the gorgeous green rolling fields and ...

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Looking to revive your garden with a new patch of green, but not sure where to begin? There are some basic key elements to consider to get you on the right turf. The Natural Resources Conservation ...

There's nothing like bare feet in a yard of thick, fresh grass. But between foot traffic, pets, weather, and tree roots, maintaining a pristine lawn can be difficult. Luckily, you're not stuck with ...

Welcome to Family Handyman‘s Guide to Winterization, where you’ll find expert advice on how to get your home in shape for the ...

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 ...