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Assessing Your Garden Environment Before inviting native plants into your spring garden, it’s crucial to examine your outdoor space. Adequate preparation involves knowing your hardiness zone, recognizing the light patterns …
The Basics When embarking on establishing a new lawn, it’s essential to grasp the fundamentals. Make sure to weigh the pros of a lush turf to timing the project for …
When choosing the right fertilizer for your lawn, consider various factors like lawn type, soil condition, and the desired outcome. Here’s a decision tree to guide you through the process: …
Soil Composition When you embark on spring gardening, knowing your soil’s composition is crucial. Soil is a blend of minerals, organic matter, water, and air, each playing a critical role …
Which Type of Mulch Should I Choose? (A Decision Tree) Step 1: Determine the Purpose of the Mulch If you need mulch for moisture retention and temperature control, proceed to …
Kill ‘Em Early As you prepare to tackle the annual resurgence of weeds in your garden, it’s crucial to recognize the common types you’ll encounter during spring: Broadleaf: Typically wide-leaved; …
Should I Trim My Shrubs and Trees? Step 1: Assess the Time of Year If it’s late winter or early spring (dormant season), proceed to step 2. If it’s late …
Not sure where to start getting your lawn ready for spring? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Let’s get straight to it. Evaluate Your Lawn As spring emerges, your lawn …
Grass Seed Fundamentals To establish a thriving lawn, it’s crucial to start with a firm grasp of grass seed basics. The type of seed you choose and the timing of …
Germination: 101 Germination is the critical first step in a plant’s life cycle, allowing a grass seed to grow into a mature plant. Your lawn’s lushness depends on this biological …