You may be tempted to turn your back on lawn care now that the weather is getting cold, but just a few simple steps can give ...

While the tradition of raking leaves to be burned or bagged is still upheld by many, it may not be the best option. Here's ...

As leaf particles decay, they will add a small amount of nutrients to the soil, but is there a downside to leaving the lawn ...

Practicing the right way to cut a lawn before winter involves knowing when and how to mow in the fall. Learn both in this ...

The trickiest part about growing a healthy lawn is knowing when it's time to water. Some might tell you to water your lawn every week, on a regular watering schedule, or even twice a day if you live ...

Your old potting soil from the past season's containers doesn't have to go to waste. Here are some simple and easy ways to ...

Homeowners often don’t realize how much soil compaction affects the overall health of their lawns. Insects, diseases, improper watering and a lack of fertilizer are often blamed for problems in home ...

Q.: I purchased a new home last year in the mid-thumb area. The builder did not do any landscaping or put in a lawn. I am on a tight budget and facing this monumental task in the spring. Currently I'm ...

Did you hear about the guy who complained that his coffee tasted like dirt? The waiter reminded the customer that he had insisted his coffee be made with fresh ground. Whether we call it the ground, ...

Austin area soils are famous for their poor quality. Ask any avid local gardener and they will give you a list of their soil woes. Ultimately what it comes down to is we have very little soil, the ...

Installing a lawn mower blade upside down is a quick path to problems for your lawn and your machine. Here's why you should put it on properly and how to do it.