In many parts of the country, including the Eastern United States, the Pacific Northwest, New England, and Appalachia, soil tends to be too acidic. One common solution is to use lime for lawns. Lime works by reacting to soil particles and neutralizing acidity, creating a healthier environment for your grass.
Sandy soil can be a challenge to work with for a number of reasons but don’t lose hope. You can enjoy a gorgeous garden and thriving lawn even with sandy soil. The keys are to focus on finding plants that like sandy soil and closely managing your soil health.
If Goldilocks had grown up to be a landscaping professional, she’d probably be a huge fan of tall fescue. This popular cool-season and transition zone grass is just right in so many ways, from its moderate maintenance requirements to its ability to thrive in different soil types and its long-lasting color. If you’re looking for a new grass, it might be time to consider a tall fescue lawn.
In this article, we’ll explore annual vs perennial plants. We’ll explain what each type of plant is, share our favorites, and show you how to combine annuals, perennials, and even biennials to create a truly spectacular garden.
As with most things that seem too good to be true, there are some notable drawbacks to using weed and feed products. Let’s look at the pros and cons of weed and feed so you can make an educated choice about whether to use it on your grass.
Your lawn's soil can become compacted over time, making it difficult for your grass to thrive. That’s why most landscapers, including The Grounds Guys®, recommend that homeowners aerate their lawns at least once a year. (Some soil types will require more frequent aeration.) When it comes time to aerate, the two methods for getting the job done are spike aerators and plug aerators.
Is your lawn looking a little lackluster, diseased, overcome with weeds, or just plain ugly? If your lawn could use a bit more pep in its step, go for topdressing. Topdressing a lawn is an ideal way to refresh your grass without tearing it out and starting over.
In this article, we’ll explain clover lawns vs. grass and dive into clover lawn pros and cons. We’ll also highlight some of our favorite clover varieties and show you how to create a carpet of gorgeous clover outside your doorstep.
What is a French drain system? We’ll answer that question, explain how a French drain works, tell you how much it costs, and help you decide if it’s the right solution for your water issues.
When you need to remove a tree, you can either call a professional arborist or cut the tree yourself. If you prefer the DIY route, learn how to cut down a tree and adhere to precautions to help keep you and those around you free from harm.