Dallisgrass is an upright weed that grows tall, whereas crabgrass has broad leaves and grows lower to the ground. Dallisgrass grows off the side of its stem and has large seed heads with black spots on them. Crabgrass grows out of the top of its stem and has small seed heads. Dalligrass and crabgrass are …
You’ve done the hard work and your garden is looking better than ever – but there’s just one thing missing and you can’t seem to put your finger on it. How about edging your lawn? Lawn edging is the equivalent of icing a cake, or perhaps, the cherry on top of an ice cream sundae! …
Don’t know how to edge a lawn manually? You don’t have to buy an edger to keep your lawn edges neat. Use these 3 ways to edge a lawn without an edger: Use a flat head shovel. Use edging shears. Use a string trimmer, aka weed wacker. How amazing does this lawn look? Its edges …
How long you should leave a sprinkler on depends on your grass type and sprinkler output. Most lawns need 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week. This roughly translates to three 20 to 30-minute watering sessions per week. You should make calculations specific to your lawn. Don’t know how long to leave sprinkler on …
Which to get, Husqvarna or Stihl trimmer? They are very similar. Both are reliable, strong, and easy to operate. The Husqvarna detachable trimmer 128 LD is more versatile because it is compatible with accessories. The Stihl FS 56 RC-E is more comfortable since it has a 360° adjustable handle. Would you like to give your …
Electric string trimmers are a must-have if you have a yard with a big lawn. They have several uses in the garden, such as shredding leaves if you don’t have a shredder and getting rid of pampas grass. To help you choose the best one for you, I’ve put together this handy round-up of my …
Lawn edgers are used to define boundary lines and cut edges, whereas string trimmers are used to maintain boundaries. It’s rather tempting to use just one of these for both purposes, but it’s best to use them both for best results. Finding the right garden tools among the many thousands that are on the market …
Have you ever wondered why your lawn looks patchy and worn out? Well, you’re not alone. As someone who takes pride in my lawn and enjoys spending much time in my yard, I understand your frustration. I’ve tried a lot of different products and methods, but I have to say that overseeding has been one …
Are you looking for the simplest solution for your watering needs? Garden hose quick connectors can take the hassle out of gardening by letting you attach and detach your hose in no time. In my opinion, the overall best garden hose quick connect is the Eley Garden Hose Quick Connect. I tested out all 7 …
How gorgeous does this yard look? Those flower gardens are in full bloom and the lawn is lush green, but no garden hose in sight! You, too, can achieve the same look in your backyard by following my step-by-step tutorial on how to bury a garden hose! Many of us don’t like the idea of …