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  • A green utility marker flag in a lawn along a residential sidewalk.
    By Jennifer Davis 1 day ago

    What Do Green Utility Flags Mean?

    Those little green flags in your yard aren't a signal to start digging. Before your next outdoor project, here's why you should pay attention to them.

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  • Person pushing a manual lawn aerator into grass
    By Aleem Ahmad 2 days ago

    The Best Lawn Aerators Under $50

    A healthier lawn doesn't alway take a huge investment. With these high-rated spike and core aerators, you'll enjoy quality results while spending less than $50.

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  • Rear view of a man sitting on his lawn tractor mowing his lawn in sunny weather
    By Aleem Ahmad 3 days ago

    The Lowest-Rated Riding Lawn Mower, Per Consumer Reports

    Looking for your next riding lawn mower? Consumer Reports found the lowest-rated option for issues like battery, efficiency, and more.

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  • Patch of unhealthy, brown grass mixed with leaves
    By Chris Deziel 4 days ago

    Ditch The Pricey Tools: Aerate Your Lawn With A DIY Solution That Costs Less

    Big lawn care results don't always come with a big price tag. This clever do-it-yourself tool is an easy, affordable option that's ideal for small lawns.

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  • Man kneeling on lawn to touch healthy grass
    By Chris Deziel 5 days ago

    Don't Have Aerators? Here's A DIY Tool For Your Lawn

    Enjoy a healthier lawn by adding this custom DIY tool to your gardening arsenal, a durable metal aerator you can piece together without any welding required.

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  • A person pushing a large aerator through a yard
    By Emily Ray 6 days ago

    It's Time To Dump The Pricey Aerators: Here's A DIY Solution That's Just As Good

    Aerators are expensive, which is why people opt for cheaper solutions. You don't need to spend much money, though, as you can make a spike aerator yourself.

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  • Close-up of grass clippings clumped together over lawn mower tire with red wheel
    By Kristeen Cherney 8 days ago

    Ditch The Sprays: There's A Simple Way To Keep Grass Off Lawn Mower Tires For Free

    Gras clippings getting stuck on a lawn mower's tires is one of those little mowing annoyances everyone hates. But here's how you can avoid it without sprays.

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  • Person on a riding lawn mower
    By Cayla Leonard 9 days ago

    Your Riding Lawn Mower Can Do Way More Than Cut Grass — Here's How

    Think your riding mower is a one-trick pony? It can help with everything from hauling to seeding and beyond, making yard work a whole lot easier.

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  • concrete donut up close in the ground with weeds surrounding it
    By Shelley Frost 9 days ago

    What Are Concrete Donuts Used For?

    Perhaps you've seen a stack of concrete donuts on display at your local home goods store. Sure they're in the lawn and garden section, but what do they do?

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  • A man uses an aerator on a lawn
    By Ron Baker 10 days ago

    Move Over, Aerators: A Cheaper Solution You Can DIY With Old Lawn Equipment

    Keeping your lawn in great shape can be as expensive as it is time-consuming. Luckily, you can DIY your own aerator with equipment parts and a used brake rotor.

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  • A close up of grabgrass growing in dirt
    By Erin Rebar 10 days ago

    What To Do If Your Landscape Beds Are Infested With Crabgrass

    Don't let this weed take over your landscape. Fortunately, there are multiple things you can do to get it under control and help keep it from coming back.

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  • Person mowing a yard
    By Shelley Frost 10 days ago

    The Lawn Mowing Habit That Could Get You In Big Trouble

    It's hard to imagine you can mow your lawn so wrong that the cops come calling, but this simple and all-too-common mistake is actually illegal in some areas.

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  • A tick crawling on a long grass blade
    By Christy Rae Ammons 11 days ago

    How To Make Ticks Hate Your Yard With A Lawn Mower

    Reclaim your yard from the terror of ticks this summer. With these simple lawn-mowing tips, you'll give these pests fewer reasons to invade your property.

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  • A patch of lawn in need of aeration
    By Ron Baker 11 days ago

    Skip Power Aerators: There's A Tool That Won't Damage Soil

    One simple gardening tool can improve compacted soil without relying on heavy equipment that may do more harm than good beneath the surface.

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  • A person rakes grass seed into a lawn.
    By Amy Freeman 12 days ago

    Can You Plant Grass In July?

    Do you have bare spots in your yard, but it's the middle of summer? Here's everything you need to know about the possibility of planting grass in July.

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  • Homeowner aerating lawn.
    By Ryan Cashman 13 days ago

    Not Just For Lawns: There's An Overlooked Way To Use Aerators In Your Backyard

    Aeration doesn't just improve grass health, but you need to know how to do it right when using the method to keep much larger plants looking their best.

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  • Two riding lawn mowers next to a tree.
    By Ron Baker 14 days ago

    Move Over, Riding Lawn Mowers: There's An Easier, Eco-Friendly Option

    A riding mower may seem like the fastest and easiest way to get your lawn looking great. However, a new tech is taking charge that offers greater benefits.

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  • A woman mowing the lawn with her kids in the background
    By Rob Johnstone 14 days ago

    Keep Your Yard Lush During The Summer Heat With An Easy Lawn Mowing Tip

    The high heat of summer can wreak havoc on grass. However, with the right mowing and watering practices, you can keep your lawn looking lush all season long.

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  • a motorized lawn edger being run along a lawn's edge
    By Chris Deziel 19 days ago

    Ditch The Pricey Edgers: Use A Cheaper Tool That's Already In Your Shed

    String trimmers, edging tools, gas-powered contraptions — there are plenty of ways to trim the edges of your lawn. But why not opt for a cheaper alternative?

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  • a gardener holding dandelions and other weeds
    By Chris Deziel 22 days ago

    Not Gravel Or Turf: A More Charming, Weed-Resistant Landscaping Option

    This extremely low-maintenance landscaping alternative is beloved across the globe. It tolerates multiple soil types and harsh weather while looking beautiful.

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  • A person crouching in grass and digging in dirt
    By Ryan Cashman 23 days ago

    Can I Use A Shovel To Aerate My Lawn?

    Renting a high-quality aerator for your lawn can be very expensive. But you might have some luck if you use a shovel instead, if you're willing to take risks.

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  • A sparrow stands on greenery in Colorado.
    By Aleem Ahmad 24 days ago

    Not Buffalo Grass: Colorado's Beautiful Landscape Alternative Attracts Pollinators & Birds

    Tough enough for heat and sun, and happiest in low-traffic spots, this eye-catching landscape choice rewards you with plenty of visiting birds and pollinators.

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  • Older man pushing lawnmower in front of house
    By Chris Deziel 25 days ago

    Stop Mowing On The Weekends: The Movement That's Changing Yard Work

    Maintaining a lawn can be fun, cathartic, or overwhelming, but it’s always work. One intrepid online group wants you to reclaim your weekends.

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  • Woman working on landscaped yard
    By Melanie Dawn 1 month ago

    Skip Gravel: This Weed-Resistant Landscaping Alternative Is Better For Plants

    It's easy to give into the temptation of using gravel, but your plants will thank you for finding a better alternative. Here's what you should use instead.

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  • A person kneels to fill up a lawn mower with a red gas can
    By Emily Ray 1 month ago

    How Soaring Fuel Costs Are Changing How People Care For Their Lawns

    As gas prices rise and fluctuate with little certainty, budget-conscious homeowners are re-evaluating the equipment they use and the services they hire.

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  • Worker fertilizing a lawn with a walk-behind spreader
    By Chris Deziel 1 month ago

    Save On Lawn Fertilizer: There's A Cheaper Way To Enrich Your Grass

    The cost of fertilizer has been on the rise even before international complications, so this extremely cheap alternative is just the right hack for our time.

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  • Man measuring outdoor backyard deck for DIY privacy screen project
    By Gwen Swanson 2 months ago

    The Easy Upcycled Privacy Screen That Gives Your Backyard Peace And Seclusion

    Do you want to add more privacy to your outdoor living space? This creative DIY allows you to create a custom, stylish screen out of low-cost materials.

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