Is there really a way to get ahead on spring lawn care before winter even hits? There aren't many people who consider this seeding option in late summer once the temperatures start to drop, but ...

The days at the end of the growing season seem to fly by as the weather changes. If aerating and overseeding is on your end-of-season lawn to-do list, don’t wait too long into the fall. Cold ...

Fall lawn care is something that is often overlooked, especially with the weather worsening and the temperatures plummeting; stepping out into the backyard isn't as appealing as it perhaps was just a ...

Prepare the area for dormant seeding in the fall to ensure good seed-to-soil contact. Dormant-seed cold-season grasses until mid-winter and apply the seed at the usual rate. Do not use pre-emergent ...

We write stories that make you richer. Take a second right now: Follow us and get tips that will change your life. A sparse lawn with multiple bare patches needs attention. But what’s the best ...

I have fond memories of growing gladioli as a kid growing up in Nebraska — and at this point in summer I’m seeing them in bloom around the Chicago area. The gladiolus produces a large, showy flower ...

Early spring maintenance is crucial for a healthy lawn that can withstand summer conditions. Apply fertilizer, reseed bare spots and control weeds before they emerge. Soil testing can determine the ...

We should all know by now that it's better to change over traditional lawns to eco lawns or other ground cover. But the reality is, most people refuse to break up with their lawns. If you are ...

Cool season and warm season grasses are treated a bit differently this time of year. But nonetheless, both could benefit from some maintenance to ensure they grow lush next spring. The cooler weather ...

Cool-season grasses, like the Kentucky bluegrass and tall fescue lawns common to many parts of Kansas, have had about enough of summer. The state’s high temperatures and sporadic rainfall often cause ...