Top-dressing a lawn is a fancy term for amending the soil without disturbing the sod. Golfers might be familiar with the practice because this technique was first performed on golf courses in Scotland ...

In gardening, everything has been created with a purpose, and most things have a place. This is especially true with the types of products gardeners should use on grass and plants, namely lawn ...

Grass often characterizes many community spaces and residential zones. However, not all soil types are conducive to the growth of grass. Take sandy soil for example, it’s distinguished by its friable ...

Spread grass seed when the soil temperature consistently remains at 40°F or below, which is in December or later in most ...

Your lawn has only minor damage or a few bare patches. Overseeding is good for when your lawn is healthy overall but has a ...

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 ...

In last week’s article, I explained the advantages of planting trees and shrubs in the fall. These same advantages can also be gained when planting grass seed in September and early October. The ...

Growing a beautiful, lush lawn is nearly impossible if your yard has heavy, clay-like soil that’s easily compacted. The solution is to invest in a lawn aerator. Aeration is the process of perforating ...

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 ...