Fall is an important time for the backyard. Many bulbs are being planted in preparation for spring, while some plants are entering dormancy before the harsh winter. All areas of the garden are ...

Fertilizing your lawn in early spring is always a good idea. But if there is an unexpected frost, you may wonder if it will ...

Person walking a fertilizer spreader across a green lawn - Dziurek/Shutterstock Watering your lawn after fertilizing it is a valuable practice — it helps ensure the fertilizer reaches your lawn's root ...

It can be hard work to keep your lawn looking lush and green all year round. Like many other plants, grass goes through different growth cycles, and it’s important to feed it the right ingredients at ...

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Don’t fertilize and overseed together—grass seedlings and mature grass need different care. Fertilize either before overseeding or after seedlings have matured. Proper timing and technique are key for ...

Spring marks the return of lawn and garden season. Lawns often bear the brunt of winter’s wrath, so spring is a great time to nurse them back to health, and fertilizing can be an essential component ...

Fertilizing in fall helps your lawn build strong roots now for a greener, healthier yard next spring. Match fertilizer to your grass type and season, measure your lawn, and apply evenly with a rotary ...

Mid-April is the ideal time to put out that first fertilizer application on lawns in North Florida. A newer trend in managing fertilizers while protecting the environment is the 4 R’s of nutrient ...

Q: I have my lawn fertilized professionally, and I was wondering if it affects or contaminates the vegetables in my nearby garden. Please advise. A: If it's just fertilizer, any drift or runoff would ...

Many fertilizers contain ingredients that can harm birds' health. Here's how to pick a bird-safe fertilizer and apply it for ...