The growth of lawn grasses slow in the fall before they enter winter dormancy. Learn when and how to cut different types of lawn grasses before the first frost to keep them healthy during the winter.
Know your grass type before you cut. For cool-season grasses, trim off no more than two-thirds of the stems to avoid stressing these plants. In contrast, warm-season grasses need to be cut back to the ...
When weeds do appear, remove them before they flower. Deep-rooted weeds can be pulled using a stick weeder or a pointed, ...
Here's everything you need to know about when to stop mowing the lawn, signs when the last cut is approaching, and how mowing in cold temperatures can harm your lawn.
As the weather turns cooler and the leaves start to fall, there are a few jobs that need to be done in the garden to prepare ...
Dormant lawn seeding will create healthier, thicker grass in spring. Sow seeds in late fall or early winter once soil ...
“Most of your root growth takes place during the fall,” says David Yost with Merrifield Garden Center. “Grass loves ...
As summer comes to an end, we anticipate what to plant this fall. The weather is bearable, and we know that this season is ...
As the chill of autumn settles in, your garden can become a sanctuary for wildlife. Discover how a few simple changes can ...
So, six to eight weeks from sowing is a good guideline, but make sure new grass from seed is long enough before you cut it for the first time. Get your hands on a good lawn mower to make life easier, ...