When planning your outdoor space, having diversity between plants and wildlife is important. Plant these things for sparrows to flock to your property.
Sod is a great way to get a lush lawn instantly, but the time of year you lay it down does matter. Find out the best time to lay sod and other helpful tips.
Smartweed may look pretty, but its prolific self-seeding habit makes it a difficult weed to control. Here's how you can care for your lawn and remove this weed.
Is the grass always greener on the other side of the property line? Discover the nuances between Floratam and St. Augustine and cultivate your dream yard.
For those living in fire-prone regions, choosing what plants to grow and where takes on greater importance. Here are some ideas for this high-risk scenario.
If your area is prone to forest fires, certain landscaping techniques could save your home in an emergency. Discover what a break zone is and how to create one.
There are some plants that, while technically invasive, are also worth growing. Learn how to contain and control invasive plants to keep them from spreading.
Fall means the start of school, pumpkin spice, and fallen leaves. To help rake up those leaves, we've researched the seven best leaf rakes for any sized job.
Yellow sweet clover is anything but sweet. Its vigorous root system holds on tightly to your soil, making the weed tough to remove. Here's how to control it.
English ivy can add charm to your landscaping, but it can quickly take over your garden and even damage buildings. Win the battle with easy-to-follow tips.
You don't need elaborate shrub sculptures to take landscaping notes from Disney. Here are some tricks used in Disney parks to get the magical look at home.
Elevate your landscaping with Mother Nature's dynamic duo: irises and forsythia. These companion plants are sure to transform your garden with color and charm.
Fleabane isn't the pest-repelling plant that its name implies. Really, it's a nutrient-sucking weed that's problematic for your lawn. So, how do you control it?
Dollarweed can rapidly overrun your lawn, especially if you live near water. However, you can prevent this from happening by following a few simple steps.
Birdbaths are wonderful for attracting birds to your yard, but there are significant drawbacks and maintenance issues to keep in mind before you add one.
While a yellow or gold lawn may (naturally) be cause for concern, it's possible you have nothing to worry about. Your lawn may just be one step ahead of you.
Raking or dethatching your grass is a necessary step for a beautiful yard, but if you're not careful, it can damage these types of grass. Here's what to know.
The small dayflower may look pretty, but, as with any weed, you wouldn't want it to take over your lawn. Its seeds can spread fast and stay dormant for years.
Finding a grub or two is normal for a lawn, but you don't want to find too many instances. Here's the warning sign to look for when caring for your grass.
Though it can be unsightly, slime mold isn't actually that detrimental to your lawn. That being said, if you want to get rid of it, here are easy ways to do so.
As you do with nutrition food labels, it's important to read the label on grass seed bags to understand exactly what you're adding to your lawn (and how much).