It might be tempting to give lawns a close ‘crew cut’ before winter, but it’s important not to mow too low. If lawns are ...

There is still time to get use out a new machine this year. As Jonathan Davis of Lawnsmith explains, gardeners shouldn’t pack ...

Raking leaves is tedious and a chore. So don’t do it. In fact, that’s the lawn care advice one regional expert from Virginia Tech has.

Mulch, mow, rake or compost: Sustainable options for fall leaves ...

One Facebook user posted a time-lapse video correcting a problem with tree mulching, highlighting how to do it properly.

Mulch helps suppress weeds, keeps soil moist, and helps regulate soil temperatures. Adding a second layer of mulch after the ...

The gardening literature includes a wide range of instructions for implementing this process, which is also referred to as ...

I was just thinking of that stupid song, ‘Seasons in the Sun.’ You know, ‘we had joy, we had fun, we had seasons in the sun.’ Good grief, I should ...

There are plenty of signs that fall has arrived — cooler temperatures, shorter days, and pumpkin spice lattes on every coffee shop menu, to name just a few. But for homeowners, the leaves falling from ...

As fall approaches, you may feel like it's time to hang up the gardening hat and take a break until spring returns. However, by mulching in the fall, you can knock out one of the biggest gardening ...

Leaving fall leaves on your lawn saves time, boosts soil health, and helps nature thrive through the seasons. Shredded leaves decompose quickly, feeding your grass, enriching garden beds, and acting ...

Editor’s Note — June 24, 2025: We’ve checked our recommendations to verify that they are still in stock and competitively priced. These include reviews of new models including the Ryobi 40V 21-Inch ...