Apply crabgrass preventer when redbud trees are in full bloom, usually in April. The preventer needs to be watered in before it will start to work. One-quarter inch of water will be enough to water in ...

Don’t fertilize dormant grass until you know this. If you were hit by extreme cold this winter, as the snow melts, you’re probably noticing that what’s underneath looks—well, sad. Don’t worry, that’s ...

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When is the best time to fertilize my lawn and other plants? This is a good time for spring fertilization of many plants. I like to fertilize my trees, shrubs and perennial flowers in late March or ...

March signals a fresh start for lawns, but rushing into spring chores without a plan can quickly turn green dreams into money-draining disasters. The ground may thaw, and sunlight returns, but that ...

Excessive fertilization is detrimental to your lawn, wastes money, causes pest problems and is bad for the environment. Knowing how and when to fertilize your yard is essential in creating a healthy ...

As I mentioned last week, we are nearing the end of any soil applications of iron fertilizers that work. You can still do it now but don’t expect glorious results like you would see when you apply it ...

If your lawn still looks dull after fertilizing, these common mistakes could be to blame. Learn the signs your fertilizer didn’t work and how to fix them fast.