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 ...

Pampas grass is a wonderful ornamental grass whose lush panicles offer a restful break from the green of a typical yard. Knowing when to plant pampas grass can make all the difference between a ...

Even healthy lawns can fall prey to the occasional weed. But if it looks like you’re raising weeds instead of grass, that’s a sign of a more serious problem. In this case, it may be better to kill off ...

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If you missed your chance to seed your lawn last fall, don't worry. You don't have to suffer through a summer of terrible grass. You can get your lawn back in shape with an early-spring seeding. Start ...

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.

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 ...

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 ...

Learn to match seed starting with the natural peak growth phases of different grass species for a lush, healthy lawn. When it comes to starting a new lawn from seed, timing is critical. Seeds and ...

Those who tried to patch dead spots in the lawn or seed a new lawn at the traditional prime time just after Labor Day had little success this year. Grass seed needs consistently damp soil to sprout, ...