How to Overseed a Lawn in 8 Simple Steps - LawnStarter
WEBApr 25, 2024 — Step 4: Add Enriched Topsoil. Enriched topsoil is a mixture of nutrient-rich compost and soil that will help the new grass grow quicker and thicker. Use a fertilizer spreader to add a layer of the topsoil about 1/4 inch thick on top of your existing grass. Note: Some grass seed mixtures already include topsoil.
How to Get Rid of Moles In Your Yard and Keep Them Away
WEBNov 3, 2023 — 1 gallon of water. Directions: Water the area to be treated with one-half inch of water before applying this solution. Add castor oil and dish soap to 1 gallon of water. After the solution is mixed well, dilute 1 ounce of solution per gallon of water and spread it evenly over your yard with a spray bottle or sprayer.
47 Florida Native Plants: Flowers, Shrubs, and Trees - LawnStarter
WEBApr 25, 2024 — Native to South Florida and the Keys, the gumbo-limbo is a wind-tolerant tree that stands up to the area’s frequent hurricanes. Its copper-colored bark has an interesting peeling texture that has earned it the nickname “tourist tree” because it resembles a red, peeling sunburn. Hardiness zones: 10b – 11b.
Garden Edging 101: Ideas and Tips for DIY Installation - LawnStarter
WEBApr 25, 2024 — How to install garden edging (in 5 steps) Using the spade, dig a trench about 3 to 6 inches deep. Make the trench a little bit wider than the width of your edging material. With your pruning shears, cut away any small roots that get in the way of your trench. Place the edging material in the trench.
Lawn Grubs: How and When to Kill Them - LawnStarter
WEBOct 12, 2023 — Neem oil is an effective pesticide against grubs while also being safe for pollinators. For a DIY solution, mix neem oil and water according to label instructions. Spray your yard with the solution using a pump sprayer or a hose-end sprayer. Apply in late summer or early fall. Turn to natural enemies.
7 Best Battery-Powered Weed Eaters of 2024 [Reviews] - LawnStarter
WEBMay 7, 2024 — It runs on a 40-volt battery that can move the “blade” (string) at a high speed of 9,000 RPM to slice through thick, difficult weeds. Its 13-inch cutting swath is plenty large enough for regular household tasks. And for all that, it costs barely over $100. The Greenworks 21302 isn’t just a string trimmer, either.
How to Choose the Right Lawn Fertilizer - LawnStarter
WEBApr 25, 2024 — 4% (0.04) phosphorus x 14 pounds of fertilizer = 0.56 pounds of phosphorus. 8% (0.08) potassium x 14 pounds of fertilizer = 1.12 pounds of potassium. Nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium all serve a different purpose: Nitrogen boosts fast growth and helps achieve a dark green lawn color. Phosphorus encourages strong root growth.
How to Lay Sod: A Step-by-Step Guide - LawnStarter
WEBAug 1, 2024 — Check the soil moisture often (especially the first week) by gently lifting the corners of the sod. Give the sod water when it and the soil surface begins to dry out. Once roots begin establishing into the soil, the sod should start resisting your gentle tug at the corners. You can then move to the next watering stage.
8 Best Pre-Emergent Herbicides for Lawns [Reviews] - LawnStarter
WEBMay 7, 2024 — Snapshot 2.5 TG prevents a wide variety of weeds and can be used on all landscape types. It’s for spring and fall use. Snapshot 2.5 TG is a broad-spectrum barrier designed for lawns with a wide variety of weeds. If your yard backs up to an open field or naturally growing area, this pre-emergent may be the best solution.
Vinegar as a Weed Killer: You’re Probably Doing It Wrong
WEBJul 25, 2024 — who also a contributor to West Sound Home & Garden magazine, replied, “Mostly, I would say, ‘No.’” Regardless, seemingly simple, safe, and “natural” vinegar weed killer recipes are popular with organic gardeners and sustainable-lawn lovers, or anyone else thirsty for environmentally friendly ways to save time pulling weeds.
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