Here's an option for reseeding your lawn. If you have a large lawn or yard area, consider renting or having your landscaper use a power rake instead of a rototiller to repair your soil. A power rake ...

I am a new homeowner and my neighbor has suggested that I power rake my lawn this spring. Is that a good idea? He says he power rakes his lawn every year. Many homeowners power rake their lawns at ...

Dethatching is an essential part of lawn maintenance. About half an inch of thatch is good for the grass because it can stabilize the soil temperature and prevent it from drying out too quickly. But ...

It’s been a tough summer season on lawns — little rain and outdoor activities can compact and stress the lawn. Not to mention dealing with overrun weeds, or simply trying to make due with a mature ...

Pruning of this Arbutus unedo reveals its branch pattern and attractive bark. It’s easy to feel absurdly virtuous when a particularly arduous and daunting early autumn project has actually been ...