Spring is the time for a good, stiff raking to remove thatch—a dead layer of debris that slowly builds up at the base of ...

The January wildfires burned jacaranda trees from Pasadena and Altadena to the Pacific Palisades. Some are burned at the base ...

Lawn maintenance can depend on how upkept you want your lawn to appear. Not everyone cares about lawn appearance, and that’s okay. But, if you do care about your lawn’s appearance, knowing how ...

It has been a wonderful spring so far, with cooler weather and long-lasting flowers. On the other hand, the lawn mowing season has begun (much to my dismay at home). I prefer using a mulching ...

1. Refresh your lawn equipment You’re only as good as your tools. So before you step foot on your lawn, inventory your equipment and identify any lawn tools that need repairing or replacing. After all ...

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Begin to mow when the ground is dry enough and the grass is long enough to need cutting. Leave some length to the lawn; otherwise, sunlight will reach the soil and encourage weed seeds to germinate.

Spring lawn care is crucial for a healthy lawn during the summer. Improving soil, managing watering, fertilizing correctly, and mowing high are key to lawn care. Using a mulching mower and ...

The best answer is by managing surface water. We always hear about grading soil to direct water away from the house’s foundation but we can do the same for the lawn. If you have the potential to ...