Lawn Care How-To

Embrace the benefits of fall aeration to unlock the full potential of your lawn. Learn why to aerate, when to aerate, and how to aerate your lawn.

From fall weed prevention to fall weed control, our comprehensive guide offers step-by-step strategies for effective fall lawn weed control. 

Don’t overlook the benefits of fall overseeding. Revitalize your lawn with our comprehensive guide on overseeding in the fall. Learn when and how to overseed in the fall for healthier, denser turf.

Discover when and why trees shed their leaves in fall and practical techniques to manage them, such as raking, mowing, mulching, and composting. 

Comprehensive guide to fall lawn care: essential lawn care tips  for a healthy yard, including weeding, fertilizing, aerating, and overseeding.

Learn why fall lawn fertilization is crucial for a lush, healthy spring lawn. Find the best slow-release nitrogen fertilizer and application tips for optimal results.

Ensure a healthy summer lawn with our ultimate summer lawn care guide! Discover expert tips and essential tasks to maintain a vibrant and lush yard all season long. From watering techniques to mowing schedules, our comprehensive guide will help you achieve the perfect summer lawn.

Maintaining a healthy and lush lawn is a top priority for many homeowners, and using weed and feed has become a popular solution to tackle weed control and lawn nourishment in one application.

How your lawn reacts to fertilizer depends on many factors, including the air and soil temperature, soil moisture, what kind and how many microbes you have in your soil, and especially the type of fertilizer you use.

Choosing the best fertilizer for your lawn can be overwhelming, but it is crucial for the health and growth of your grass. There are many different types of fertilizers on the market, each with its unique blend of nutrients and designed for different types of grass and growing conditions.

Dandelions are among the toughest broadleaf perennial weeds in our lawns. Not only do they produce thousands of seeds every year, but they can be spread for miles in the wind. Find out how to kill and prevent dandelions on the lawn.

Whether you’re filling in a bare spot on an existing lawn, or seeding a new lawn, here are some facts to help you select the right grass seed.

Patchy dead spots can result from all sorts of lawn problems such as fungal diseases, animal and grub damage, or heat and drought. Follow these steps to repair bare spots on the lawn successfully.

Get your lawn ready for spring with our spring lawn care checklist. From preparing your lawn to maintaining it, we've got everything you need to keep it looking its best.

Crabgrass is one of the most common lawn weeds in the US. It can be tricky to control, but you can eliminate crabgrass on your lawn with proper lawn care.

Crabgrass is a tricky annual weed to control and prevent. We've debunked 6 of the most common misconceptions about crabgrass and the best way to handle crabgrass on the lawn. 

It is best to plant cool-season grasses in the late summer or early fall. Later in the fall, though, you might still be able to see successful grass planting. Learn what to take into account before sowing grass seed in the fall.

Lowering your mowing height for your end-of-fall mows helps reduce lawn disease in early spring.  Learn more about the benefits of a lower fall mow and other tips to help you finish the mowing season.

Compost is a worthwhile and highly effective soil amendment that helps keep your lawn healthy. Learn more about lawn compost and how to make your own compost at home. 

These two machines are efficient at helping to whip a struggling lawn back into shape. Find out the difference between a dethatcher and a core aerator.

Early fall is one of the best times to control lawn weeds, mainly perennial weeds – the ones that typically die over winter before resprouting from their roots the following spring.

Nimblewill is an upright growing perennial that is considered an invasive weed. Find out how to control nimblewill.

Spring and Fall fertilizers are very similar but are designed to boost your lawn at different times of the year. Learn more about the differences of spring and fall fertilizers. 

Spotted Spurge chokes out grass and forms thick mats in the lawn that can spread to up to three feet in diameter. Get helpful tips on killing Spotted Spurge on your lawn.

The process of overseeding or seeding large lawns can be accelerated by a little-known piece of power equipment called a "slit seeder." Learn where to find and how to use a slit seeder.

Fertilization is by far the most important aspect of lawn care. There are other maintenance tasks you can perform throughout the year, but none have the same impact as fertilization. Learn how to get the most from your fertilizer applications.

Everyone wants to enjoy a nice, lush lawn, including those of us with trees in the yard. But those trees can make it tough for the grass under them to grow. Learn how to keep grass growing under a tree.

Learn why mowing the lawn in high heat can be detrimental to your turf's health. This informative article explains the risks associated with mowing during extreme temperatures and the reasons to avoid it.

Some common lawn practices aren’t necessary – and can even be counter-productive. Find out what you could be doing wrong in your lawn. 

Trying to get rid of weeds? Weed-control products will be essential, but they won't make them vanish in a single application. Here are 5 things to consider when tackling weeds on the lawn.

Grass, like any other plant in the yard, thrives in ideal growing conditions. Learn why good soil conditions are crucial to grass growth.

Discover effective solutions to combat armyworm damage and revive your lawn's lush greenery. Learn expert tips, step-by-step techniques, and recommended products to fix armyworm infestations and restore the health and beauty of your turf. Don't let armyworms ruin your lawn—take action today and reclaim your picture-perfect landscape.

Dandelions are one of the most common tenants in our lawns and gardens. Find out if they are a weed or if they can actually be a useful plant.

Seeding the lawn and finding some weeds sprouting with the grass? Many assume that weed seeds were in the grass-seed bag, which is not always the case. Read on to find out why weeds are sprouting with your newly seeded lawns. 

Don't make this common lawn care mistake! Discover why mowing the lawn while the grass is wet can spell disaster for your yard. This eye-opening article reveals the hidden dangers of mowing in damp conditions, from clumping and uneven cuts to potential damage and disease.

An estimated 40 to 50 million U.S. adults are prone to allergic rhinitis – better known as hay fever. Find out how to limit pollen in your yard. 

Testing the soil in your lawn is one of the most important and overlooked steps when getting ready for spring. Find out why testing your soil is important and how to conduct a soil test.

Looking for a way to add an early pop of color to your lawn this coming spring? Add bulbs to your lawn this fall!

Leaves on the lawn can be very useful to your lawn & landscape. If manageable, it is best to mow over and mulch leaves. If you have an excess, you’ll need to explore other options.

Are mushrooms sprouting in your lawn? Read about where they come from and why they are there.

Invigorate your lawn by overseeding. Read about the reasons and why you should overseed your lawn in the fall, as well as tips for success.

Do you have thick, unsightly blades of grass growing in your lawn? It’s probably grassy weeds, and there are a few ways to eradicate them.

Fall is the most important time to fertilize your lawn. Read this article to find out why.

Follow these five simple steps when planting grass seed for the best results.

Your lawn has taken the heat this summer! If it’s looking a bit beat from the heat, take some time to take care of it & prep for fall.

Brown patches in the lawn can come from many different types of lawn disease. Read about how to combat brown patches in the lawn.

Do you have long blades of ‘grass’ that grow higher than your lawn, and are yellow in color? It’s probably nutsedge.

If you’ve noticed small moths constantly flying around your lawn, you may have a deeper lawn issue in the form of sod webworms.

If you’re thinking about selling your home, you may be wondering: does a nicely landscaped yard add value? Read about these 5 ways green spaces can help to sell your home.

Summer lawns take the heat. Follow these 5 steps to keep your lawn healthy and green this summer.

Red thread is a lawn disease that can lurk in your lawn in the late spring or early summer, depending on temperatures in your area.

Does your lawn have grub damage? Read about where it comes from, how to fix it, and how to prevent it.

When used correctly, grass clippings can be a great mulching product for your vegetable garden. Read about how to correctly use grass clippings as mulch.

When planning the removal of grass, first determine whether there are thin or bare areas of your lawn. You may be able to use your existing grass as sod.

One thing you may be forgetting as the weather warms is to clean & sharpen your mower blades. Read why this task is important to lawn care and how to take care of it.

Grass seed products are not all the same. Some contain coatings, some contain fillers, some are strictly seed, while others contain fertilizer or mulching products too.

Top-dressing your lawn involves adding soil, organic matter, or compost to the grass to create a smooth surface, eliminating any bumpy or uneven surfaces.

Depending on your lawn’s pH, you may need to add lime to amend the soil.

Starter fertilizers are important to starting new grass seed. They help to boost root development - essential in helping grass get established.

Spring is one of the best seasons to plant grass seed. Follow these 3 secrets to great grass seed germination.

If you see stringy leaves sprouting from your lawn, you may have wild onions or garlic growing. Read about how to combat these tasty weeds.

It is important to take care of your lawn as winter turns to spring. Follow this checklist to prepare the grass for optimal growth.

You may see new weeds that have sprouted since winter has hit. It is not uncommon and can be fixed with any of these solutions.

Winter salt does a great job of melting snow and ice in winter, but it can destroy healthy green grass

If as the snow melts, you see moldy spots, you probably have a case of snow mold. Read about how to repair the damages and prepare for next year.

Moss can be a sign of an unhealthy lawn. Read to see why moss grows in the lawn, and ways to keep it from appearing.

Fall is around the corner and you’re ready to overseed. Read how to tell if your grass seed is outdated.

Wondering what a fall fertilizer can do for your lawn? Learn how it can green and thicken your lawn in the fall, while preparing it to get through the winter.

The end of summer is the perfect time to aerate and overseed a lawn. Learn how to aerate and overseed and the numerous benefits these practices have for your lawn.

Not sure whether your browning grass is dead or dormant? Find out how to tell the difference and what you can do if you find that you have a dormant lawn.

Is thatch causing your grass to turn brown? Learn the tips and tools you need to dethatch your browning lawn and get it back to health.

Want to know more about Kentucky bluegrass? Learn where it grows, how it grows, and many other important facts for caring for this hardy grass type.

Ensure a healthy, lush lawn all summer with our essential guide to protecting against disease and damaging insects. This article equips you with expert tips and proactive strategies to safeguarding your turf, from common pests like grubs and armyworms to fungal infections.

Discover the transformative power of in-ground irrigation systems! Explore how these efficient systems can conserve water, save you valuable time, and even cut down on your expenses.

Don’t know how to care for your lawn during the summer heat? Learn how to keep even a dormant lawn alive in the heat with these four tips for mid-summer lawn care.

Want a lush green yard without risking the safety of your pets? Get rid of brown spots and keep your lawn healthy and green with these pet-safe techniques.

Beat the summer heat and conserve water with these clever tips to lower your lawn water usage. Discover smart strategies, from proper watering techniques and choosing drought-tolerant grass varieties to optimizing irrigation systems and implementing water-saving technologies.

Learn how to control broadleaf weeds such as dandelion and clover in your lawn with these lawn care best practices.

Do you want a dense, green lawn this season? Then you need to fertilize it based on its nutrient needs.

Wondering what type of grass is in your lawn? Not sure how to tell what kind of grass you have? Check out this article to learn more about different cool-season and warm-season grasses.

Fescue grasses tolerate heat and drought as well as shade. Learn more about the traits that make fescues desirable species of grass for your yard.

Not sure if you should lime your lawn? Properly testing your soil will tell you if lime is necessary
to balance your lawn.

Did you know that April is National Lawn Care Month? Celebrate by learning all about how a healthy lawn can benefit you!

Up your lawn’s curb appeal this spring with these 5 tips to maintain a beautiful lawn.

Looking to have the best lawn on the block this year? Read the top 10 reasons you should use GreenView Fairway Formula Spring Fertilizer Weed & Feed and Crabgrass Preventer.

With spring around the corner, now is the best time to make sure your mower is ready for the season ahead. Read these tips to ensure it is ready.

Calculate your lawn’s square footage online or manually. This will help you determine how much lawn care product you need to purchase to properly cover your grass.

The best weapon against crabgrass is to prevent it. Learn how to get rid of crabgrass and how to prevent it from growing this spring.

Whether you have a small or large yard, you’ll need a good lawn mower. Use this guide to choose the best lawn mower for you and your yard.

Early spring and early fall are the best times to overseed your lawn to fill in thin spots and keep weeds out.

Tips for growing grass in shady areas including timing and selecting the right seed.

If winter's harsh cold and snow have taken a toll on your lawn, follow these steps to give your lawn it's best start.

When is the best time to apply fertilizer? Spring fertilization is important and is generally combined with weed control, but don't forget to fertilize again in fall.

Do you know the difference between moles and voles? We’ll help you identify the culprit in your yard and offer ways to control these pests and the damage they do.

How you mow, when you mow and even what you do with the clippings can make a big difference in how your lawn performs.

Master the art of lawn mowing with these essential tips. This article unveils five expert-approved strategies to elevate your mowing game from achieving the ideal grass height to proper mowing techniques.

Check out our spring lawn-care tips to get your yard ready for the most enjoyable months of the year.

Fast spreading, creeping lawn weeds are frustrating. Here's how to eliminate these weeds and keep them from creeping back.

Whether seeding a new lawn section, overseeding an existing lawn or repairing a spot, it is easy to achieve lawn planting success—simply follow these five steps.

Spring is a great time to seed a brand new lawn. Here are steps for success when establishing a new lawn.

Where does the crabgrass in your lawn come from each year? The crabgrass seed that germinates in your lawn this spring was most likely produced late last summer. If you had crabgrass in your lawn last year, learn the steps to take control of it this year.

As the snow melts in late winter or spring, watch for potential damage to the lawn from ice melt products containing salt and follow our tips for dealing with salt damaged grass.

Snow mold disease leaves matted patches in your lawn after winter snow melts. Here are steps you can take to help your lawn recover.

Fall is an ideal time for lawns to recover from summer stress and to build a strong foundation for a healthy turf for next year. Learn why fertilizing your lawn now will get your lawn off to a great start for next year.

With the onset of hot, humid summer weather in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic region lawns become susceptible to a disease called brown patch. Learn more about this disease and how to manage it in your lawn.

It’s astonishing how fast weeds can gain a foothold in the lawn. Don’t let the weeds outcompete the grass. Here are some tips to help you mount a good weed defense for your lawn.

If your lawn is more battleground than backyard retreat, it’s time to dig in. Lawn repair may not be as difficult as you think.

Most consider dethatching a chore, but the payback can be enormous in improving the health of your lawn. Here are the answers to the five most commonly asked questions about dethatching your lawn.

Preparing your lawn for the winter season is a critical step toward achieving the healthy, green lawn every homeowner longs for. But it doesn’t have to be complicated.

Your lawn is really an extension of your living space – invaluable for play, family time and entertaining. It’s also the backdrop for your home, and contributes to your neighborhood’s overall appeal. Knowing how to keep it watered – without overdoing it or wasting water – is an important part of overall home maintenance.

Think ahead with a good yard-care routine this year so you’ll have a backyard oasis through the year.

Crabgrass is best tackled before it emerges, but broadleaf weeds like dandelions and clover need post-emergent treatment. Read on for a simple spring lawn care routine that requires only one application for both types of weed control.

Have you noticed the mower taking a few bounces as you go over the lawn? Steps can be taken to smooth out your travels across the yard.

Get ready for fall with these lawn and landscape tips.

Avoid diseases and other summer problems with easy tips.

A healthy lawn is a 24/7 filter for dirt, dust and impurities from the air. Like all plants it absorbs carbon dioxide and releases life giving-oxygen. These steps will assure your lawn has what it needs to provide those benefits this summer.

Easy summer lawn and landscape care tips.

The spots before your eyes on grass leaves can be a concern. Proper diagnosis, and treatment, if necessary will give you peace of mind if steps are taken as warranted.

Soil compaction is a primary cause of an unhealthy lawn. Aerating can help relieve soil compaction.

Spring checklist to have your lawn and landscape looking its best.

A healthy lawn not only looks good, but it is good for the environment when properly cared for. A few simple reminders will ensure you are following best management practices.

A few tips to help you keep your lawn and garden beautiful in May.

A few February tips to make sure your lawn and landscape will come out of the winter freeze in tip-top shape.

You can take advantage of warm days to start your spring lawn and garden clean-up process, but don’t rush things and cause damage. Give some thought to what you can and can’t do according to weather and ground conditions.

Your equipment will last longer and do a better job of assisting you if its properly maintained. Now is a good time to make sure your tools are in shape for your spring gardening plans and consider purchasing new ones.

December lawn & garden care tips to make sure your landscape is in tip-top shape when spring comes.

Take the time to rake, trim, edge and mow your lawn now, and your landscape will serve as a stunning backdrop to your outdoor fall decor.

Complete these few simple tasks in September and prepare your lawn for year-round health.

Learn how calibrate your lawn spreader as it ages to keep it reliable and accurate.

Shepherd’s purse, chickweed and white clover are common weeds that thrive in bare spots or weak, unhealthy lawns. However, they are easy weeds to control.

Here are some tips for reducing watering in the landscape to conserve the valuable resource or adhere to drought restrictions.

One application of GreenView Fairway Formula Spring Fertilizer Weed & Feed and Crabgrass Preventer feeds the lawn and controls crabgrass, dandelions and other weeds all season.

Aeration is a process that helps the soil the grass grows in, and should be done at least every other fall.

Leaves left on the lawn can smother grass and invite pests or diseases. Save time on fall lawn care and provide nutrients to your lawn by mowing over them.

An application of fall fertilizer promotes root growth and prepares the lawn as it goes into winter. The benefits are most noticed the following spring.

While the lawn may go dormant in summer, turn your attention from fertilization to other lawn care needs.

Troubled by brown spots or mysterious red patches in your lawn? Uncover the root causes and find practical solutions in this comprehensive article.

Here are some steps you can take to help prevent these unsightly molds occurring in your home lawn.

Those three numbers on the bag of fertilizer — how do they translate into better lawn care?

Tips on choosing and using a lawn mower.

The average homeowner grows grass blades, but professional lawn care experts fertilize to grow strong roots.

10 top lawn care "best practices" that help protect the environment.

Have questions about fertilizers, including when to apply it and how to select the right fertilizer for your lawn, then check our frequently asked questions page to find the answers to most questions.

Answers to common questions about mowing the lawn, such as how often, how high to cut and what to do with grass clippings.

Tips for activities while your lawn and garden are dormant.

Watering, mulching and other garden care tips for trees, shrubs and the lawn as autumn progresses

Golf enthusiasts have options for backyard putting greens, learn how to choose between natural vs. synthetic solutions.

Answers to common questions about planting and nurturing lawn from seed.

Late fall lawn care, house and pot plant tips for this time of the year.

Learn how to control thatch which causes thinning and makes the lawn more susceptible to disease and weeds.

Learn what to do in spring for a great lawn all season.

Lawn care tips that will protect the lawn after the growing season ends.

Follow these lawn watering tips to determine the right amount of water for your lawn.

Lawn mowing done correctly keeps your grass green and thick. Learn how to keep your lawnmower in good working order and how to cut grass like the pros.

Lawn care tips to keep your lawn thick and healthy.

Broadleaf weeds, which include dandelions, are some of the most pervasive and difficult to control lawn weeds, learn how to control them.

Understand the choices and the best way to control crabgrass before it germinates.

Learn how to kill crabgrass, dandelions and other lawn weeds.

Meth-Ex 40 and Mesa time release technologies are the primary ingredients for the environmentally friendly GreenView Fairway Formula Fertilizers.

Fast release chemical fertilizers pose a significant environmental concern. The better approach is to use an organic or slow-release chemical fertilizer. Find out how they perform.

"Cool season" grasses occur geographically cool regions. This list shows in which states cool season grasses are found.

The label on every fertilizer bag is required to show the percentage by weight of nitrogen, available phosphate and soluble potash, also commonly referred to as N-P-K numbers.

Step-by-step instructions on calculating how much nitrogen is being applied with each bag of fertilizer.

Discover the right warm season grass variety for your lawn.

Learn to read a grass seed label so you know how to choose the best quality grass seed.

Learn how to choose the best grass seed for excellent results in your lawn.

Uncover proven strategies to control and prevent grub damage in your lawn. From identifying early signs of infestation to implementing targeted treatments, this comprehensive guide provides expert tips and practical advice to safeguard your turf from destructive grubs. Take charge of your lawn's health and enjoy a vibrant, pest-free landscape with our essential tips for effective grub control.

All grass seed is not created equal. Learn how to choose the best quality grass seed for a quality lawn.

Major universities that do research in lawn care management recommend a fertilizer that supplies 1.5 lbs. of nitrogen be applied to the lawn in fall to follow the natural growth cycle of grass plants.

Nitrogen that is formulated to release steadily over a prolonged period of time is referred to as time-released, slow released and water insoluble nitrogen (WIN) fertilizer.

Lawn care experts recommend fertilizing the grass plant to develop a strong root system which produces a healthy, thick, weed free lawn.

GreenView Fairway Formula Fertilizers utilize patented time-released nitrogen technology developed for, and used by, over half the championship golf courses in the United States.

Explore the properties of various cool season grasses and find which types are most suitable for your lawn.

Considering aerating your lawn this fall? Learn what lawn aeration is and the benefits that it offers. 

Everyone fertilizes in spring, but did you know that late fall is the best time to fertilize for root growth. Deep, vigorous roots produce a thick, green and weed free lawn in spring.

Get to know your local state extension agency and you will find local help to many of your lawn related problems. They will be a source of soil test and knowledgeable about lawn problems that are unique to your area and region. Check this page for links to all state extension agencies.

Learn how to read the label and understand the ingredients in fertilizer.