Clik here to view.
What Lawn Care Products are Safe for Pets?
More than adults, pets and children frequent the yard and lawn for play, relieving themselves and other reasons. They are not protected from harmful chemicals with shoes or clothes. Their skin can come...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Lawn Composting
The process of composting breaks down organic material and generates nutrient-rich compost that can be used instead of chemical-based fertilizers to promote healthy growth for plants, including your...
View ArticleHow to Aerify the Soil or Lawn
Soil in a lawn gets compacted over time with foot traffic and any number of other things that get dragged or rolled over the top. Add to that the dead layers of grass and roots that build up near the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
How to Adjust an Orbit Watermaster
Utah-based Orbit Irrigation Products Inc. produces a range of advanced sprinkler systems for domestic use. The company was founded in the late 1970s and distributes more than 2,000 products to...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Frequently Asked Questions for Mower Repair
Lawn mowers have common repair problems regardless of make or model. Many of these repairs can be accomplished by the homeowner once they know what to do. Understanding and determining the cause of the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Easy Lawn Sprinkler Installation
Traditional lawn sprinklers require special equipment and extensive labor, which includes digging trenches to accommodate a system of underground pipes. As an alternative to installing a complicated...
View ArticleHow to Adjust the Spray Coverage of an Impulse Lawn Sprinkler
Impulse lawn sprinklers project a stream of water onto the desired location of a lawn or landscape in a side-to-side motion. The motion of the sprinkler helps to evenly distribute water over an area of...
View ArticleClik here to view.
How to PT a Sprinkler on a PVC Pipe
Pressure testing, or PT, the water in a sprinkler line helps you understand the capabilities of your irrigation system. Too little pressure can result in unequal watering patterns, while too much...
View ArticleClik here to view.
How to Adjust a Rainbird Rotary Sprinkler Head
Rainbird rotary sprinkler heads use gear-driven mechanisms to irrigate defined areas in lawns and gardens. The design of the Rainbird rotary sprinkler allows the pop-up section in the center of the...
View ArticleHow to Replace a Sprinkler Rotary Head
Rotary sprinkler heads are more water efficient than normal sprinklers since they use up to 20 percent less water. The rotary heads shoot water in rotating streams with multiple trajectories that water...
View ArticleClik here to view.
When Do You Lime Bermuda Grass in South Carolina?
Bermuda grass is a popular turf species for lawns and sports fields throughout the southern United States. Bermuda grass is a vigorous, sod-forming perennial that can spread with seeds, stolons and...
View ArticleZoysia Grass Removal
Zoysia grass can be a wonderful and durable turfgrass, but in some climates it can be more of a nuisance than a blessing. There are a few different ways to get rid of unwanted zoysia grass in your...
View ArticleClik here to view.
When Should I Apply the Scotts Turf Builder With Halts?
Crabgrass is a pest in every region of the United States, stealing the beauty of pristine lawns and robbing turfgrass of its health. The prolific weed grows faster than most turfgrasses and can be hard...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Tools to Trim Trees
Keeping trees in your yard or lawn trimmed should be a regular part of your maintenance. Trees that are allowed to let their branches grow can serve a threat to your home or power lines just outside...
View ArticleWhat Can I Put on a Weathered Redwood Fence to Make it Look Better?
A redwood fence can become discolored from the elements over time, lending a soiled appearance to your property. To refresh the look of a weathered redwood fence, hide the appearance by covering it...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Post-Emergent Herbicide Weed Control for Buffalo Grass
Buffalo grass, originally a native prairie grass, is a drought-tolerant grass used in lawns and landscapes. During the growing season, weeds may invade buffalo grass. Post-emergent herbicides can help...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Effective Weed Killers for the Lawn
Weeds can occur in every lawn, but generally only become a problem in poorly maintained lawns. Fortunately, there are several effective weed killers for lawns whether the lawns are newly planted or...
View ArticlePostemergence Weed Control of Sorghum
Sorghum is a valuable grass used to follow a corn crop. To obtain high yields and efficient harvest, proper post-emergent weed control must be exercised in sorghum fields.
View ArticleClik here to view.
Garlic Yard Treatment for Fleas & Ticks
Springtime brings with it fresh fruits and vegetables, fragrant flowers, spring sports and, unfortunately, insects. While the warmer months are the time to play and relax out of doors, you and your pet...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Lawn Aeration
Aeration is a key strategy to keeping your lawn healthy. The soil beneath a lawn can become compacted or covered with thick thatch, reducing the ability of air, fertilizer or water to seep into the...
View Article
