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  • Close up of centipede grass lawn.

    What You Need to Know About Centipede Grass

    Close up of centipede grass lawn.

    Known as “the lazy man’s grass,” centipede grass has a lot going for it, especially if you prefer a low-maintenance lawn. However, it doesn’t thrive everywhere in the United States and requires some level of care. In the right type of soil and climate, centipede grass can thrive, giving homeowners a beautiful, thick lawn.

  • Grass with signs of red thread lawn disease.

    What Is Red Thread Lawn Disease?

    Grass with signs of red thread lawn disease.

    Red thread lawn disease is a pretty measly fungal infection that doesn’t actually do much damage to your grass. That said, most homeowners prefer the visual of a lush green lawn, not one tangled in unsightly, pinkish fungus.

  • Nutsedge weeds taking over a lawn.

    How to Get Rid of Nutsedge

    Nutsedge weeds taking over a lawn.

    Nutsedge is a stubborn weed that spreads both underground through rhizomes and tubers and above ground from seedheads. Once it takes root in your lawn, it can spread quickly and be difficult to eliminate. That means if you want to know how to get rid of nutsedge, the first step is to identify it as quickly as possible and then take action.

  • The Grounds Guys service professional fertilizing a homeowner's front lawn.

    Celebrate WeCARE Week: Making a Difference, One Community at a Time

    The Grounds Guys service professional fertilizing a homeowner's front lawn.

    Each November, we have a chance to do something truly special. The Grounds Guys’ 20th Annual WeCARE Week™ kicks off on

  • Burn caused by excessive use of fertilizer on a lawn.

    Fertilizer Burn: Everything You Need To Know

    Burn caused by excessive use of fertilizer on a lawn.

    Fertilizer burn can damage the health of your grass and harm the beauty of your lawn and garden. By understanding the causes and learning prevention tips, you can avoid costly damage and keep your landscape looking its best.

  • Plant bed with pea gravel mulching and a stone pathway.

    Pea Gravel Landscaping: Everything You Need To Know

    Plant bed with pea gravel mulching and a stone pathway.

    Meet pea gravel, the unsung hero of landscaping. This humble material may be small in size, but it packs a big punch when it comes to transforming outdoor spaces. Pea gravel landscaping can help you add beauty and character to your property at an affordable price.

  • Grass clippings in a wheel barrow in a garden.

    Composting Grass Clippings

    Grass clippings in a wheel barrow in a garden.

    Unsure of what to do with your grass clippings? Composting grass clippings is a simple yet powerful way to transform your lawn and garden maintenance routine into a sustainable and eco-friendly practice. By composting your clippings, you not only reduce waste and keep valuable organic matter out of landfills, but you can also create a nutrient-rich resource to nourish your landscape and improve the health of your soil.

  • Residential yard with xeriscaping plants.

    The Best Plants for Xeriscaping

    Residential yard with xeriscaping plants.

    In a nutshell, xeriscape landscaping is an approach that seeks to limit the use of water by using drought-tolerant plants, hardscapes, and efficient irrigation systems. Not only can xeriscaping help you lower your water usage, but it also results in a beautiful, low-maintenance outdoor space. When planning your project, one of your first steps is to choose your xeriscape plants.

  • Plants in a garden bed with landscape fabric.

    Landscaping Fabric Pros and Cons

    Plants in a garden bed with landscape fabric.

    Also known as “weed barrier” or “geotextile,” landscape fabric is a permeable material you put over your soil to literally cover weeds and prevent them from growing. But is landscape fabric really your best choice to fight weeds?

  • Chickweed Stellaria media growing in a garden.

    How to Get Rid of Chickweed

    Chickweed Stellaria media growing in a garden.

    It’s time to learn what kills chickweed. If these mat-like weeds are spreading across your yard, you’ve got several different termination options.