Lawn Care

Learn the best ways to mow the lawn, take care of those pesky weeds and create the backyard of your dreams with these lawn care maintenance and repair tips.

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This is the Most Efficient Way to Mow the Grass

You want your lawn to look good, but you don't want to spend a lot of time mowing. When it comes to lawn care, there is a right and wrong way to mow the grass.


Kill Your Yard’s Pests with the Wondercide Flea and Tick Spray

Bugs bugging you? Check out the Wondercide Flea and Tick Yard Spray to eradicate your lawn's pesky visitors. 


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Which Natural Weed Killers Will Work Best for You?

We talk with an expert about healthier choices for humans and the environment.


Reporting for Duty: The Cub Cadet Riding Mower Makes Lawn Care Easy

The Cub Cadet Riding Mower offers long-lasting, quality performance at a budget-friendly price.

Improve the Health of Your Yard with the Sun Joe Dethatcher

Don’t let your grass get smothered with thatch! Use the top-rated Sun Joe Dethatcher to care for the...


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What To Do for Your Lawn in May

The snow is gone and those of us who enjoy working on our lawns are anxious to get started. Here's...

We’re the Plug for the Best Lawn Aerator

For serious lawn care aficionados, an aerator is an ace up their sleeve. If you're ready to get serious, check...


Power King Chipper Shredder: A Beast of a Chipper

The Power King Chipper is called a beast for a reason—it quickly shreds your brush pile in a...


Best Hedge Trimmer to Groom Your Greenery

We've rounded up some of the best hedge trimmers, along with advice on how to find the right gas or...


5 Best Lawn Mower Covers for Protection Against Weather, Water and Debris

The best lawn mower cover shelters your investment from dirt, debris and inclement weather, and prevents rust and clogs.

Dethatcher vs. Lawn Sweeper: What’s the Difference?

Dethatcher vs lawn sweeper: Which one do you need to get your lawn in shape? The answer can save you...


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12 Shrubs for Full Sun

If your garden is full of sun, many great shrubs will love it, producing fabulous flowers and interesting berries.


The 7 Best Lawn Mower Picks to Keep Your Grass Gorgeous

Need help finding the best lawn mower? Let one of these top-rated picks give your yard a well-needed trimming.


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30 Types of Weeds and How to ID Them

Meet the most common botanical interlopers you're likely to find in your garden or vegetable patch, and learn how to...


Disperse Fertilizer Faster with the Scotts Elite Spreader

Bigger, Better, Faster. Scotts Elite Spreader is an upgrade from the Mini and DLX spreaders. With a generous...

The Cutting-Edge Tool Your Lawn Needs: Ego String Trimmer

Tired of replacing your trimmer's line? Grab the Ego String Trimmer with Powerload, which makes switching the string as easy...


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How To Convert Your Lawn and Garden To Be Organic

Organic lawn care might seem overwhelming, but it's actually pretty simple and affordable to convert your yard or garden. Here's...


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If Mushrooms Are Growing in Your Lawn, This Is What It Means

Gardening expert Melinda Myers explains why mushrooms sprout on your lawn and trees and what to do about them.


The 8 Best Pool Tables for Your Home Game Room

Cue up some family-friendly competition with the most classic party game. Here are the best pool tables on the market.


Amazon’s Affordable, Portable Greenhouse Protects Plants All Winter

This wallet-friendly, highly-rated, portable greenhouse on Amazon will keep all of your plants safe from frost and furry...


The 8 Best Ping Pong Tables for Your Home Game Room

With these must-have tables, you can play ping pong just about anywhere.


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How To Grade a Yard for Proper Drainage

The land around every house should be graded to protect the foundation from water damage. Here's how to grade a...


How To Drain Gas From a Lawn Mower

When a lawn mower needs to be winterized, draining the gas is an important step. This detailed guide shows you...


Here’s Why Mowing Leaves Is Better Than Raking Them

Mulching leaves is better for your yard, your back and your budget

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Can You Really Fertilize Your Lawn with Beer?

Some say your lawn needs beer as much as you do after a long day of lawn care! Let's find...


How Much Fall Garden Cleanup Is Really Necessary?

We know that overdoing fall garden cleanup can destroy insect habitats, but that doesn't mean you should ignore your gardens...


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Make a Tiny Oasis in Your Backyard with the Coolaroo Shade Sail

Here's an easy and inexpensive way to throw some shade in your yard or campsite.


How To Stripe a Lawn, According to a Stadium Groundskeeper

Stripe a lawn like a pro. Create your own field of dreams and make a big-league impression with these professional...


Wide-Open Spaces

Whip your acreage into shape with professional-quality machines from Kubota


Spend More Time Outdoors with This Chemical-Free Mosquito Repellent

We tried this chemical-free flying insect trap to limit the number of irritating mosquito bites we endured. Here's what we...