Identifying Lawn Disease Problems
Necrotic ring spot has become a serious problem in recent years, particularly with "middle-aged" lawns of two to eight years. It is a warm weather disease and can appear any time from May through September. The most ... [... more]
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Lawns
Because you are reading this, you do not need to be convinced of the benefits of a healthy lawn. But, bear in mind that Arkansas lies in what turfgrass types call the transition zone. The practical description of ... [... more]
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Maintaining Lawns
Lawns can use an inch or more of water per week in hot, dry weather. If rainfall does not provide this much water, the lawn should be watered when the soil begins to dry out, but before the grass actually wilts ... [... more]
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Minnesota Lawn Guide
 The Minnesota Lawn Guide takes the mystery out of lawn care and maintenance. The book describes how to properly plant, fertilize and water as well as recommendations on how to address the inevitable lawn problems. [... more]
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Lawns And Landscaping -- September Tips
October 1996 It is time to apply herbicides to your lawn for winter annual or perennial weeds that germinate or form rosettes in turf during the fall. Check herbicide labels before using, and select an appropriate ... [... more]
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Aerating Your Lawn
Aerators may be rented at many garden or rental centers. Some lawn or landscape companies will perform the service for a fee. Be sure that the machine has hollow tines or spoons to bring the soil core to the surface. ... [... more]
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Lawn Fertilization In Virginia
Fertilizer application equipment and methods - Nitrogen fertilizer will "green-up" a lawn. Therefore, it is important to uniformly apply nitrogen-containing fertilizers. This will eliminate streaking caused by ... [... more]
Virginia Tech Extension |
Sodding A Lawn
Several techniques should be followed to obtain a properly sodded lawn. The soil should be moist, but not over wet, prior to sodding. The lengths of sod should be staggered in a brick-like arrangement, with the ends ... [... more]
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Suburban Safari: A Year on the Lawn
When science writer Hannah Holmes decided to spend a year studying the inhabitants of her 0.2-acre patch of ground in suburban Portland, Maine, she went about the task with an ecologist's enthusiasm and a scientist's compulsive eye for detail. The result ... [... more]
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John Deere Landscaping & Lawn Care: The Complete Guide ...
Provides practical and accessible projects that homeowners can accomplish in a weekend. Creating a comfortable, attractive, and safe outdoor living space is an essential part of home ownership. While homeowners take great responsibility for their home's ... [... more]
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Lawns (Waterproof Books)
Compact-but-comprehensive guide filled with expert advice and easy-to-follow instructions for growing a sensational lawn. Waterproof format makes this a must-have reference—and one that actually travels easily into the yard, right where the homeowner ... [... more]
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Spring Lawn Care
There are some definite don'ts when it comes to spring lawn care. Don't aerate as it can damage the soil because the soil is just too moist in the spring. Plus, aeration opens up areas for weed seeds to germinate. ... [... more]
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