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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Ready to Raise Chickens? These Are Our Favorite Coops!

Give your feathered friends a home they'll love with our favorite chicken coops available on Amazon.


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10 Must-Have Products to Make Fall Yard Work a Breeze

Fall yard work doesn't have to be strenuous!


15 Things Your Neighbors Want You to Stop Doing

It's not big deal to you, but your neighbors are rolling their eyes!


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Where Does Your Property Line Start?

Have you ever wondered where your property line starts? Learn the different ways a property line is determined, and how...


8 Outdoor Projects You Can Do Yourself

The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and your backyard beckons! To help you make the best of the...


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When, Why and How Often to Dethatch Your Lawn

Keep your lawn vibrant and healthy by removing excess thatch that keeps water and nutrients from reaching the roots of...


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Tips on How to Dethatch a Lawn

Give your grass a boost this spring by tackling any problematic thatch buildup. Here's a complete guide to dethatching for...


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What’s the Best Temperature to Start Working on My Lawn?

Like other lawn care tasks, patience is a virtue when planting grass seed. Reseeding your lawn too early will not...

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How to Cut Grass: Do’s and Don’ts

There are definite do's and don'ts when it comes to how to cut grass. Follow these 10 expert mowing tips...


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9 Best Flowering Ground Covers

Flowering groundcovers beautify trouble spots, help with erosion and add a blaze of flowers to home landscaping.


When Should You Start Mowing Your Lawn in the Spring?

Keep these considerations in mind before deciding when to cut grass for the first time in spring.


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Should You Cut Wet Grass After it Rains?

We address the age-old dilemma of whether to cut wet grass or wait until it dries.


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13 Best Lawn Care Products

Get your yard looking great with help from these top-rated lawn care products.


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20 Things to Know When Buying a New Lawn Mower

There's lots to consider when it comes time to buy a lawn mower


Should You Consider Hydroseeding for Your Lawn?

If your lawn needs a little love—whether you have bare spots or are starting a lawn from scratch—you have options....


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12 Most Common Weeds and How To Get Rid of Them

When to keep and when to remove some of the fastest-growing U.S. weeds. While some weeds are a nuisance, some...


12 Tricked-Out Lawn Mowers You Need to See

Whether you want your machine to go faster or have more style, these tips for tricking out your lawn mower...

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String Trimmer Buying Guide

From ease of use to cutting versatility and maintenance, here's everything you need to know about buying a weed whacker.


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What to Know About Artificial Grass

Have you considered installing artificial grass instead of the real thing? Here's what you should know about this convenient, controversial...


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Lawn Care: How to Repair a Lawn

Don't give up on your lawn until you try these remedies


How to Get Started in Welding

Whether you’d like to build custom cars or just fix a cracked lawn mower deck, learning to weld gives your...


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How to Repair Small Engines: Cleaning the Lawn Mower Carburetor

Don't Google "small engine repair near me" the next time your lawnmower sputters. Learn how to do it yourself. Small...


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How to Winterize and Store Garden Hoses

With old man winter knocking on the door, time to reel in that garden hose. Here are a few tips...

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Lawn Aerator Buying Guide

What if you owned a lawn aerator? Would you aerate your lawn more often if all you had to do...


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Is it Illegal to Burn Leaves?

Burning leaves might be the most convenient way to get rid of fallen leaves from your lawn. But that doesn't...


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How to Winterize a Chainsaw

Keep your chainsaw in tip-top shape during the winter off-season


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Why Fall Is the Best Time to Reseed Your Lawn

No matter where you live in the U.S., learn why fall is the best time to reseed your lawn and...


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When Should I Stop Mowing My Lawn in the Fall?

Learn when the proper time is for you to quit mowing your lawn. It might be later than you think....


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Filling Yard Holes Dug by Pets

Dogs that like to dig can destroy your yard. Here's how to fix the mess they leave behind.