Turf

Lawn Aeration

Q. I read that good lawn maintenance involves aeration. Exactly what is this and when should it be done? 

Yellow Nutsedge

Q. I think I have yellow nutsedge (Cyperus esculentus) in my lawn. How do I get rid of it? 

Corn Gluten Meal

Q. I have seen corn gluten meal sold as a pre-emergent herbicide. What can you tell me about it?

Reseeding Your Lawn

How do I reseed my lawn?

Preparing Lawn for the Winter

Q. Is there anything I can do now to prepare my turf for the winter?

A.Fall is a good time to improve the health of your lawn and prepare it for winter. There are a number of cultural practices that will help at this time of year.

Fall Lawn Care

Q.  I already fertilized my lawn in the spring. Should I do it again in the fall?

Lawn Mowing

Q. What is the correct height to mow a lawn?

Fairy rings in grass

Q. We’ve noticed several wide, very green circles in the grass in our front lawn. Mushrooms are growing out of part of the circles. What are the rings and how do we get rid of the mushrooms?

Eliminating Weeds in Your Lawn

Q. I am concerned with the growing number of weeds in my yard. I have tried overseeding in the hopes of crowding out the weeds. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Renovating Existing Lawn

Q. My turf grass is in serious need of help. I have far too many bare patches and weeds, and the grass looks too thin. What can I do?

Brown Areas of Lawn

Q. Areas of my lawn turn brown every year. What is the best way to treat it?

Lawn Fertilizing in Fall

Q. What are the current recommendations for fertilizing lawns in fall?

Fall Lawn Care

Q. What lawn chores are best done in the fall?

A. Fall is the preferred season to tackle turf tasks. Grass will begin to grow quickly again in response to cooler nights, moderate days and increased rainfall. This is an indicator to fertilize if you have not yet done so. Broadcast an organic or slow-release 3-1-2 blend in September and again in early November. Late-season applications help grass retain good color throughout winter, promote healthy grass roots and give grass a jumpstart to turn green early next spring.

General Lawn Care

Q. My turf grass is in serious need of help. I have far too many bare patches and weeds, and the grass looks too thin. What can I do?

Grubs

Q. I had problems with grubs in my lawn this summer. Is there anything I can do this fall, or should I treat the lawn next summer?

Fertilizing Lawns in Fall

Q. What are the current recommendations for fertilizing lawns in fall?

Getting rid of crabgrass

Q. What is the best way to get rid of crabgrass?