You might not think about growing grass seed as gardening, but all the same principles apply. While soil, sunlight, and water are the essentials for gardening magic to happen, knowing how much of each ...

Whether you have a sprawling front yard or a small patch of grass, everyone wants their lawn to look lush come spring and summer. The secret to a beautiful landscape is knowing when to sow grass seed, ...

A little prep beforehand goes a long way ...

Follow these steps for the best germination results. Spring seeding addresses bare patches but requires careful timing for summer survival. Key steps include mowing low, soil prep, skipping ...

Find out the ideal time to plant grass seed with this simple guide. Plant warm-season grasses in spring and cool-season grasses in fall if possible. Spring is an option for cool-season grasses but ...

Laying new grass seed in the fall is one of the best ways to achieve a thick, green lawn, and come spring, you'll be glad you did it. Cooler temperatures, increased rainfall, and less competition from ...

Those who tried to patch dead spots in the lawn or seed a new lawn at the traditional prime time just after Labor Day had little success this year. Grass seed needs consistently damp soil to sprout, ...

I just finished having river sand spread out over my backyard. Can you tell me what kinds of grass seed are best for a new lawn? — Leslie The two types of lawn grasses commonly established from seed ...

After a long, hot summer, it's time to show your lawn some love. While the cold in other parts of the country will make grass shrivel, cities in Arizona are fortunate to have ideal weather for ...