Lawn Care

Learn the best ways to mow the lawn, take care of those pesky weeds and create the backyard of your dreams with these lawn care maintenance and repair tips.

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How to Get Rid of Thistle Weeds for Good

Here's what to know about evicting those prickly intruders from your yard, plus when to let them be.


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How to Install Concrete Flower Bed Edging

Edging lends a crisp, clean, finished look to a flower bed. It also keeps the lawn from migrating into the...


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When and How to Change Oil in a Lawn Mower

The Family Handyman automotive expert, Rick Muscoplat, will show you how to change lawn mower oil.


25 Money-Saving Hints for Your Lawn and Garden

Get creative with these tips and save money in the garden, from sowing seeds and watering plants to protecting your...


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14 Tips for Dealing with Leaf Clean Up Like a Pro

Take a few minutes to read the following tips for how to get rid of leaves to save yourself hours...


Tips for Buying a Walk-Behind Lawn Mower

Whether you're buying your first mower or replacing an old one, navigating the maze of models and features can be...


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Why is My Lawn Mower Smoking?

Leaking oil from the exhaust is the usual cause of blue, white or black smoke from a lawn mower. Learn...


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DIY Outdoor Storage Cabinet

A little garden and lawn mower shed that spells big relief for a...

6 Best Organic Weed Killers That Are Safe for the Yard, According to an Expert

Ready to make the switch to an organic weed killer that's safe for the environment, your family and your pets?...


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Lawn Sweepers: Worth It or Waste of Space?

Put away your rake and gather up leaves, acorns and grass in a heartbeat!


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How to Install an Attic Lift

Send heavy loads to the attic—with the press of a button


15 Best Amazon Patio Furniture Pieces and Sets to Complete Your Backyard

Get prepared for outdoor gatherings by snatching up these Amazon patio furniture pieces and sets to create the ideal backyard...


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How to Reseed Your Lawn

How to kill off the old grass and seed a healthy new lawn


Liquid Lawn Fertilizer Guide

What's the difference between liquid and granular lawn fertilizer? Find out here.


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10 Vintage Lawn Mowers You Just Have to See

Mowing the lawn wasn't always as easy as jumping on a rider or following a self-propelled mower.


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Why You Should Pick Up Dog Poop Before Mowing Your Lawn

Make a regular clean up of pet waste in the yard a practice, so your outdoor space is always clean...


Top 10 Lawn Care Tips

Our top 10 lawn care tips will help you create and maintain the perfect lawn and yard year-round.

25 Companies with Super Useful Warranties

Whether it’s a riding lawn mower or kitchen cutlery, any purchase for your home is an important one. That’s why...


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10 Best Curb Appeal Before and After Makeovers

Give your home a curb appeal makeover and get your neighbors thinking someone else moved in.


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If My Lawn Turns Brown This Summer, How Do Make it Green Again?

Why does grass turn brown in the summer? We'll show you some common causes of brown spots and dying grass,...


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Is 2024 the Year to Get a Robot Lawn Mower?

Tired of pushing that old gas-powered mower around your yard? Maybe it's time for something quieter and smarter. Here's why...


How to Sharpen Mower Blades With an Angle Grinder

An angle grinder makes quick work of this dirty job.


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How to Repair a Lawn Mower Pull Cord

Replace a broken starter rope in a half hour.

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Here’s What To Do If Your Lawn Mower Won’t Start

Whether you just dusted it off for the season or it stopped mid-mow, here's how to troubleshoot when your lawn...


Rider, Lawn Tractor, Garden Tractor: What’s the Difference?

Here's the info need to know about lawn tractors, rear-engine riding mowers and garden tractors.


How to Replace a Broken Lawn Sprinkler Head

It's pretty easy to damage a sprinkler head with your mower if the head sits too high.


How to Revive Grass: Thinning Lawn

How to use an aerator and power rake to get an old lawn ready for seeding.


Why Do Dogs Kick Up Your Lawn After They Pee?

Yes, there's a reason why the dog is scratching up your lawn!


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10 Smart and Effective Ways to Water Your Lawn

Proper watering is the single most important thing you can do to keep your lawn in tip-top shape. And even...