Blog Posts in Lawn Care

When your lawn experiences empty or overgrown patches, it will need more care and attention than routine mowing and watering can provide. Aerating and dethatching are options to nurse your lawn back to health. If you’re not sure whether to aerate or dethatch your lawn or implement a combination of the two, consider the process and benefits of both and keep your lawn’s characteristics in mind to determine the most suitable process.Continue Reading

Maintaining a lush, green lawn requires a well-planned lawn care calendar, ensuring you can stay on top of mowing, watering, pest control, and fertilization to keep your lawn vibrant and healthy.

If you want to discover what to use instead of chemical fertilizers, don’t worry—there are alternatives. As lawn care experts, Lawn Pride® offers tested and effective methods to keep your grass green all year round.Continue Reading

Weeds are the bane of any lawn and any lawn-loving homeowner. Learning how to remove weeds from the lawn is essential for the lawn’s health — not just its beauty. Proper weed control is critical because weeds can:

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You know you need to fertilize the lawn to provide all the nutrients the grass needs for healthy, vigorous growth. But there are so many types of lawn fertilizers — granular, liquid, organic, synthetic — which should you choose? Different types of fertilizers are better suited to certain turfgrasses, soil types, climate conditions, and nutritional needs. Let’s see how to choose the right fertilizer for your lawn’s unique needs.Continue Reading

Brown spots on the lawn? Don’t panic. Brown spots are a common problem that can arise for many reasons. This guide will help you identify several common causes of brown spots on your lawn and explain how to repair them.Continue Reading

Micronutrients for lawns are offered in just trace amounts — as the name implies. But they are essential ingredients in the secret sauce that converts a simple plot of grass into a lush and vibrant lawn. Although the macronutrient trio NPK (nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium) gets all the press, you'll never enjoy the healthy, resilient lawn you seek without the appropriate micronutrients for your lawn.

So, what do micronutrients do for lawns, and which ones do you need? Let’s find out!Continue Reading

Finding mushrooms popping up across your lawn can be a bit of a mystery, especially when you’ve been working hard to keep your grass looking green and pristine. You may wonder, “Why are there mushrooms growing in my lawn?” or even “Are they harmful?” The truth is that mushrooms in your lawn aren...Continue Reading

Dandelions are a common sight in lawns, and many consider them a harmless nuisance rather than a serious problem. But if you don’t address them, these yellow plants will quickly take over your lawn, stealing your grass’s nutrients, water, and sunlight.

Learning how to get rid of dandelions for good can help maintain a lush, healthy lawn. We’ll explore why dandelions can be problematic and share some expert tips on how to get rid of dandelions and keep them from coming back.Continue Reading