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Sep 26, 2025 - 07:07 GMT
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Sep 26, 2025 - 07:07 GMT
Sep 25, 2025 - 12:22 GMT
What to Know About Liquid Aeration and Overseeding A healthy, vibrant lawn starts with a strong foundation. Over time, soil can become compacted and grass can thin out, making it harder for your lawn to get the water, nutrients, and oxygen it needs. Two effective ways to bring life back to your yard are liquid [...] The post What to Know About Liquid Aeration and Overseeding appeared first on ExperiGreen.
Sep 25, 2025 - 11:25 GMT
Many homeowners ask, "Can you plant grass seed in the Fall?" The short answer is yes - in fact, it's one of the very best times to do it. While spring gets all the attention for lawn projects, autumn quietly delivers the perfect conditions for planting grass seed. If you want a thicker, greener lawn ... The post Can You Plant Grass Seed in the Fall? Here's Why It's the Best Time appeared first on Think Green Lawn Service.
Sep 24, 2025 - 16:26 GMT
Sometimes the Best Way to Get a Healthy Lawn Is to Start Fresh There are times when a lawn is simply beyond repair. Weeds take over, common Bermuda grass spreads uncontrollably, and broadleaf weeds leave unsightly patches throughout the yard. Instead of patching small areas or trying quick fixes, sometimes the smartest and most effective [...]
Sep 24, 2025 - 11:04 GMT
Central Ohio drought complicating fall lawn maintenance Yahoo
Sep 10, 2025 - 19:19 GMT
Growing grass from seed usually takes 30 to 60 days, with cool-season grasses like ryegrass sprouting in as little as a week and warm-season varieties such as Bermuda or zoysia taking longer and needing more heat to establish. Success depends on timing, sunlight, soil prep, and consistent watering, with a full, mowable lawn ready in about two months under the right conditions.
Sep 8, 2025 - 14:53 GMT
Experts warn that neglecting autumn lawn care??"such as skipping fertilizer, over- or under-watering, or mowing too short??"can leave grass weak, fragile, and more vulnerable to pests and disease through winter. By fertilizing, watering correctly, and keeping blades about three inches high, gardeners can ensure stronger roots and a healthier, greener lawn come spring.
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Sep 6, 2025 - 16:00 GMT
Patchy lawns can result from issues like compacted soil, poor watering, pests, fungus, or even using the wrong seed type, but each has a specific fix such as aeration, balanced irrigation, pest control, or reseeding with region-appropriate grass. Experts recommend ongoing practices like proper mowing height, seasonal fertilization, and soil testing to keep turf dense, healthy, and resilient against stress and weather extremes.
Sep 5, 2025 - 13:01 GMT
Lawn care specialists recommend shifting fall routines from frequent mowing to removing leaves and debris, using extreme mower blades for effective bagging before switching back to mulching for the season's final cuts. They also stress that fall is the best time for aeration of cool-season grasses, ensuring roots receive enough air and nutrients to prepare for winter.
Sep 4, 2025 - 17:17 GMT
Watering lawns is most expensive in Buckeye, Arizona, where residents spend nearly 1% of their annual income??"around $1,000??"on water due to high treatment costs and a consumer-funded water system. Eight of the top 10 most expensive U.S. cities for lawn watering are in Arizona, with many towns facing extreme drought and rising water rates.
Sep 4, 2025 - 16:46 GMT
Nearly half of New Hampshire is in severe drought, prompting Exeter officials to impose level 4 water restrictions that ban most outdoor uses like lawn watering and car washing. Officials urge conservation as river levels drop and precipitation deficits grow, warning that prolonged rainfall is needed to ease conditions.
Sep 2, 2025 - 19:15 GMT
Soil near driveways, patios, and sidewalks cracks in summer because concrete radiates intense heat, speeding up moisture loss and stressing grass roots. Preventing long-term turf damage requires extra care at these edges??"deep watering, aeration, overseeding with heat-tolerant grass, and mulching can keep lawns healthier and more resilient.
Sep 2, 2025 - 18:06 GMT
Thatch is a natural layer of dead and living stems that forms between soil and grass blades, and while small amounts are harmless, excessive buildup can harbor pests, encourage disease, and damage lawn health. In Ohio and Northern Kentucky, where thatch is less common, annual lawn aeration is the best way to manage it??"allowing thatch to break down into nutrients while also improving soil health and reducing compaction.
Sep 2, 2025 - 17:07 GMT
ChatGPT said: Overseeding without aerating can save time and money, but success depends on careful preparation ??" mowing short, dethatching, adding a thin compost layer, spreading seed evenly, raking lightly, and watering consistently. While this method works best on well-maintained, non-compacted lawns, heavily compacted soils still require aeration for effective seed-to-soil contact and strong germination.
Sep 2, 2025 - 17:07 GMT
As the season turns, September offers the ideal window to strengthen your lawn. With soil still warm from summer and rainfall on the rise, overseeding now helps grass establish quickly - setting you up for a thicker, healthier lawn through winter and into spring.
Sep 2, 2025 - 11:41 GMT
A Neshoba County, Mississippi resident discovered a partially decomposed body while mowing his rural property around 1:45 p.m. Friday, Aug. 29, officials said. The Sheriff's Office and MBI are investigating to determine the identity and cause of death; investigators believe the remains may have been on the property for 4??"6 weeks.
Sep 2, 2025 - 11:25 GMT
The debate over fall aeration and seeding comes down to grass type: cool-season grasses like fescue thrive when aerated and seeded in fall, while warm-season grasses like Bermuda or Zoysia should wait until spring. Understanding your lawn's needs eliminates the controversy, ensuring stronger roots, better growth, and healthier turf year-round.
Sep 2, 2025 - 10:20 GMT
GrassRoots Turf has earned a spot on Lawn & Landscape's 2025 Best Places to Work list, a national honor that recognizes standout workplace culture and employee satisfaction across the green industry. Selected through a rigorous review of company practices and employee surveys conducted by Best Companies Group, the award highlights GrassRoots Turf's people-first approach and commitment to empowering its team to deliver exceptional lawn care service.
Sep 1, 2025 - 03:00 GMT
Monty Don advises that September is the best time to aerate your lawn, creating holes that let oxygen, water, and nutrients reach the roots for greener, thicker, and more resilient grass. While the lawn may look patchy at first, by spring it will rejuvenate, and simple patch repairs with seed or turf now can ensure stronger growth next season.
Aug 31, 2025 - 13:18 GMT
Early September is the best time to fertilize lawns, with nitrogen being the key nutrient for greener color, density, and overall health, while phosphorus and potassium should only be added if soil tests show deficiencies. For lasting results, choose controlled-release nitrogen fertilizers and apply about 1 pound of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet, taking care to spread evenly and keep fertilizer off hard surfaces.
Aug 29, 2025 - 15:04 GMT
In 2025, U.S. households spend an average of $621.56 annually on professional lawn care, ranging from $272.64 in Flint, MI to $1,597.24 in Newton, MA. Peak lawn care seasons average 250 days, with longer seasons in southern cities like Houston and San Antonio and shorter ones in northern cities like Philadelphia.