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Getting Rid of Clover in the Lawn

I am looking for a natural way to get rid of clover in the lawn. There is a lot of clover.

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Getting Rid of Knotweed

How do I kill knotweed without killing the grass?

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Choosing the Best Lawnmower Height Setting

I have read that it is best for your grass to set the lawnmower at it's highest setting. I have also heard just the opposite, that the lowest setting is best. So, I usually just keep mine in the middle. Is better have it higher or lower?

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Getting Rid of Chickweed in Lawn

My lawn is infested with Chickweed. It has never had it before. What caused it and what can I buy to get rid of it?

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What I Can Spray on My Lawn to Break Down Thatch?

I had my lawn thatched this spring. There's still a lot more is there. Is something I can spray on to help break down the thatch?

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How Much Homemade Lawn Fertilizer To Use in Hose-end Sprayer?

I have a recipe for lawn fertilizer made with beer, ammonia, dish soap, etc. You're supposed to mix it with water in a 5 gallon bucket. But I want to use one of those containers that you attach to your hose, (one which previously had a fertilizer mix in it).

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How Do I Get Rid of Chickweed in the Lawn?

How do I get rid of chick weed, it's taking over the lawn?

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Spring Lawn Care

Even though your lawn goes into dormancy during the winter, frigid temperatures, drying winds, and a lack of snow cover can leave it looking tired and ragged once the snow melts. Here are a few simple steps you can take in the spring to get your lawn off to a good start for the growing season.

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Best Grass for Iron Rich Soil

What is the best grass sod for soil full of iron ore and that doesn't require the addition of top soil?

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What Can I Use to Kill Weeds in My Lawn?

Will Treflan kill African Bermuda grass if I put it on to kill weeds?

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Protecting a Lawn from Road Salt Damage

My request is more of a landscaping question. I live on a busy road. Every winter my front lawn gets a beating by the plowers and sand/salt mixture. We just spent about $1500 to have our green lawn back. This year we got a lot of snow. Any suggestions?

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Garden: Lawnmower In Ditch

This was taken of lawnmower driven in the ditch by grandson (Craig). Grandpa came and looked over situation. My grandson had to remove it from the ditch. Summer brings such fun!

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Killing Weeds With Vinegar

What ratio of vinegar and orange oil would you use to kill weeds?

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Using an "Old Fashioned" Push Mower - Reel Lawn Mowers

I want to use a reel push mower, but I live in FL (kinda new here) and have never cut the grass here. It's the coarse thick stuff. Can I use a push mower effectively on this type of grass?

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Grass for Shade and Dogs

I need your help. Part of my yard is really shady and I am having trouble with grass growing there. Is there a certain type of grass that I should try to plant in that area? I also need something that is not fragile as I have pets that have the run of the yard.

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Spot Seeding Your Lawn

Whether it's caused by insects, disease, over-use, or just a bout of bad weather, if your lawn is suffering from thin spots and bare patches, spot seeding is a great way to repair and re-establish grass in small areas.

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Plants That Can Survive Near a Black Walnut Tree

I just had a black walnut tree cut down and the stump ground down, can you tell me what tree I can plant in it's place that would flower in the spring or summer? Can I plant a crape myrtle tree?

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Preventing Zoysia Grass from Spreading into Neighbor's Lawn

Since I am unable to kill zoysia grass, I am thinking of blocking zoysia grass from invading into neighbor's lawn. I plan to put plastic sheet (6 ML) over the grass and along the property line, and put mulch or stones over it. Will this work?

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Getting Rid Of Clover In Lawn

Does anyone know how to kill or control clover in your lawn?

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Advice on Lawn Fertilization

I haven't fertilized my Zoysia grass since May, is it OK to do it again now or do I need to wait until spring? Also, if yes what exactly should I buy? I do need weed control if possible. I live in Tennessee.

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Spring Lawn Care

Spring Lawn CareEven though your lawn goes into dormancy during the winter, frigid temperatures, drying winds, and a lack of snow cover can leave it looking tired and ragged once the snow melts. Here are a few simple steps you can take in the spring to get your lawn off to a good start for the growing season.


Spot Seeding Your Lawn

Spot Seeding Your LawnWhether it's caused by insects, disease, over-use, or just a bout of bad weather, if your lawn is suffering from thin spots and bare patches, spot seeding is a great way to repair and re-establish grass in small areas.


How To Overseed Your Lawn

How To Overseed Your LawnIt's no secret that a thick, healthy lawn reduces the need for using water and fertilizer. If your lawn is starting to look thin and tired, and the weeds are starting to creep in, it may be time to give it a boost by overseeding it.


Save Money With Good Mowing Practices

Save Money With Good Mowing PracticesThe costs associated with maintaining a beautiful lawn can really add up once you factor in seeding, mowing, feeding, watering, and weed control. Fortunately, ALL of these costs can be significantly reduced by simply improving your mowing practices.