Caring for Your Yard

Learn how to use a chainsaw properly, including choosing the right type of chainsaw for the job, what protective gear you need, and protecting yourself from safety risks. ...

If your lawn looks brown and dead after a long, hot summer, it may just be dormant. An expert explains how to test for signs of life, and how to help your lawn recover this fall. ...

Follow these fall lawn care tips now before it gets too cold to prepare your lawn for winter and get healthier grass in spring. ...

Before you pour cornstarch on your soil or plants, find out how this viral gardening hack measures up to the science and what actually keeps your plants healthy. ...

Find out the truth behind common garden myths with these research-based facts from experts. ...

Plant these annuals and perennials in summer to enjoy their colorful flowers and foliage in autumn. ...

Get the gist on whether coffee grounds are good for your plants and find out about the best way to use them in your garden. ...

Pay attention to these tasks to keep your dahlias looking their best as summer fades. ...

As autumn’s milder weather arrives, it’s time to enjoy your harvest while prepping for next year’s garden. ...

To be the most effective, turf fertilizer needs to be applied at the right time. This seasonal guide will lead the way to a lush, green lawn. ...

Reduce waste and improve your garden by turning some of your bathroom trash into compost. Get a list of compostable items and tips for producing finished compost faster. ...

Here’s how to deadhead flowers to get the prettiest garden with long-lasting annuals and perennials that add color to your landscape. ...

Garden experts explain how wildfire smoke can harm your outdoor plants. Get their tips on how to protect your garden and help it recover. ...

Discover if wood ash is good for the garden, learn about its potential advantages and risks, and find out how to use it effectively to fertilize plants. ...

Gardens often can look worn out in August. Use these tips to perk up your plants and keep your landscape vibrant in late summer. ...

Avoid damaging your lawn right after a rain by skipping certain tasks such as mowing and focusing on others such as checking for drainage issues. ...

How you mow and water during high temperatures impacts how well your turf will emerge from a heat wave. ...