Continue mowing while grass is growing, cutting only one-third of its height each time. For cool-season grass, mow until growth stops, ending at 3–4 inches tall. Raise mower height for warm-season ...

A well-kept lawn does what a good haircut does for your whole look. Everything feels sharper and more welcoming, and you didn't need a brand-new routine to get there. The real difference is timing: ...

Man mowing lawn with trees and shrubs in the background - Art_Volkusha/Shutterstock One of the many perks of owning a home is the private yard that often comes with ...

Both cool-season and warm-season lawns require ongoing maintenance during the winter months. Learn the proper winter mowing, fertilization, irrigation, and weed management strategies to keep your lawn ...

“It might be tempting to give lawns a close ‘crew cut’ before winter, but it’s important not to mow too low. If lawns are scalped, it exposes the grass crowns, which are the growing points near the ...

We've all had that moment: You check the forecast and see that rain is on the way, only to remember that you never got around to cutting the grass last weekend. Mowing wet grass isn't a good idea, so ...

Grass grows so fast this time of year that some lawn owners swear they can see it grow. While that might be an exaggeration, mid-April through May is prime time for good grass growth in Pennsylvania.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Are you giving your lawn a buzz cut every time you mow? Most lawn ...

As the weather gets colder, lawn mowing is ramping down for many homeowners. However, fall is a good time to mulch, instead of raking the yard. But if your mower is leaving clumps of grass behind, or ...

As temperatures rise and climate patterns shift, the tick season starts earlier, lasts longer, and reaches places it hasn't before, including right in your backyard. But the good news is that you can ...