Mow Bermuda grass at 1–1.5 inches, feed it 1lb of nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft every 4-6 weeks through the growing season, and water deeply 1x per week once established.

July 18, 20269 min read

Weed Identification

How to Get Rid of Crabgrass: Complete Guide

Apply a pre-emergent herbicide before soil temperature hits 55°F for two consecutive days; for existing crabgrass, use a selective post-emergent and expect 2-3 weeks for full die-back.

July 10, 20268 min read

Lawn Repair

How to Fix Brown Patches in Your Lawn

First identify the cause — fungal disease, grub damage, or drought stress look similar but need different fixes. Ring-shaped patches in humid weather usually point to fungus; irregular patches with loose turf point to grubs.

June 30, 202610 min read

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Common Lawn Problems You May Be Facing

Every guide is organized into one of ten topic silos so you can go deep on exactly what your lawn needs.

Diagnose & Fix

Grow & Maintain

Tools & Help

Plan ahead

Seasonal Lawn Care Guide

Stay ahead of your lawn's needs with season-specific tasks and warnings.

Spring Alert

Crabgrass
Pre-emergent window closes once soil hits 55°F
Learn More →
Bermuda & Zoysia
Green-up begins — first feeding window opens
Learn More →
Broadleaf weeds
Dandelion and clover emerge early
Learn More →

Spring Checklist

✓Apply pre-emergent before soil hits 55°F
✓First mow once grass reaches 3+ inches
✓Soil test if you haven't in 2+ years
✓Spot-treat broadleaf weeds as they emerge
✓Check irrigation system after winter

Watch These Areas

•Low spots holding water after rain
•Winter-damaged patches needing repair
•Soil temperature (drives fertilizer & pre-emergent timing)
•Early fungal activity in humid regions

The fundamentals

Complete Lawn Care Strategy

Three habits drive 80% of lawn health — get these right before chasing anything else.

Watering

→Water deeply, 1-2x per week, not daily
→Early morning (6-10am) beats evening
→1-1.5 inches per week, rain included
→Adjust down during dormancy

Mowing

→Match height to grass type, never cut more than 1/3 of blade
→Keep blades sharp — dull blades tear and invite disease
→Raise height during heat or drought stress
→Mow when grass is dry, not wet

Fertilizing

→Feed on the grass type's active growing season
→Soil test before guessing at N-P-K needs
→Slow-release reduces burn risk
→Skip fertilizer during dormancy or drought stress

Where you live matters

Regional Lawn Care Guide

Grass type, climate, and seasonal timing all shift by region — start here.

Common Grasses

Kentucky Bluegrass, Fine Fescue, Perennial Ryegrass

Climate Factors

Cold winters, humid summers — cool-season grasses dominate.

Seasonal Trends

Heaviest fertilizing and overseeding in early fall; snow mold risk under winter cover.