The hot and dry summer months tempt even the most diehard lawn and garden enthusiasts to opt for the air-conditioned indoors, but your landscape needs disciplined care to survive and thrive in these dog days.
Joy of Mowing
Who spends the most time mowing grass?
Depending on where you live and what type of lawnmower you use, homeowners can spend a total of up to 47 days of their lifetime cutting grass.
Know your lawn- popular grass types by region
Whether you’re establishing a new lawn or maintaining your existing landscape, there are several types of turfgrass to choose from, the most popular of which depend on where you live.
Cheat Sheet: Spotting typical lawn problems
Homeowners are sure to come across problems in the yard. Some are easy to spot. Others, not so much. Some are solved with a quick fix. Others can get away from you before the season is over. Before you can solve any problem, you need to know exactly what’s going on
Mulch 101
Mulching happens all around us naturally when the leaves and needles from trees and plants fall off and form a layer of organic matter around the roots, which helps reduce or eliminate soil erosion. This layer also acts as insulation for the root system, keeping severe heat and cold out, moisture in, and feeds plants much-needed organic nourishment.
Shady Garden Tips
It is a beautiful landscape, a perfect spot for a garden, you say. If only this piece of land got more sunlight!, you say. Don’t give up on the idea. You can, in fact, garden with shade.
Sunny Garden Tips
There are a number of full sun species that will burst into bloom in dawn-to-dusk sunlight, while others need a break from intense light, and still more varieties don’t do well in the heat. Your local independent landscape expert can help you …
Spring Gardening Tips
With spring upon us, the dormant plants of winter are ready to burst into bloom. But there are some things you can be doing right now to set your garden up for maximum growth and vibrant color
Getting Your Lawn Ready for Spring
The last of the cold, gray days are giving way to warm, sunny weather. People in short sleeves are emerging from their winter hibernation, eager to take tail-wagging dogs for a neighborhood walk
Your Stories and Photos Bring Us Joy!
There are photos to chronicle a generation of a family, or to capture a telling detail about specific time or place in America. Maybe you have such pictures to share.
Rebuilding Lawnmowers — Brandon Harris
Brandon Harris of Woodbury, Tenn., like many outdoor power equipment enthusiasts, has turned rebuilding lawn mowers and other machines into a hobby. But unlike others who share his passion, Brandon takes a unique approach to each machine he works on.
Barry Allen – 96 Lawn & Garden Center in Burns, TN
96 Lawn & Garden Center in Burns, Tenn. has grown into a full sales and service outdoor power equipment and lawn care business. Customers can find a full variety of popular brands such as Scag, Bad Boy, Cub Cadet, eXmark, Shindaiwa…
Local lawn equipment dealers succeed with an attention to detail
Outdoor power equipment dealers and lawn care businesses, deeply connected to their communities, committed to providing expert service and maintenance, wanting to help customers with personal attention to even the smallest detail.
Lawn Care Maintenance – Your Questions Answered
We turned to Chrissie Segars, a Ph.D. turfgrass specialist for tips on basic lawn maintenance questions. Chrissie specializes in educating communities on all things lawn care and best practices for the environment, backed up by scientific research.
Lawn Care Mistakes and Myths
In our continuing series of articles on lawn care maintenance, we asked Chrissie Segars, a Ph.D. turfgrass specialist and professor at Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Dallas, to give us her expertise to help homeowners
Mow Quotes: A Little Lawn Care Inspiration
“There, gleaming in the glow, was that ten-horsepower rotary engine under a seat. A key glistening in the ignition. I imagine the top speed for that old mower was five miles per hour.”