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Everything to Know About Growing Zoysia Grass
Zoysia turf grass (Zoysia spp.) forms a dense, weed-free lawn that resists foot traffic. Learn how to grow a lush lawn with less fertilizer and water.| The Spruce
Zoysia turf grass (Zoysia spp.) forms a dense, weed-free lawn that resists foot traffic. Learn how to grow a lush lawn with less fertilizer and water.| The Spruce
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Patchy grass and bare spots can ruin the look of your lawn, but they can easily be fixed by reseeding or replacing the missing grass with sod.| The Spruce
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Getting grass seed to sprout is a little more involved than simply throwing down the seeds. Learn how to plant grass seed in 9 steps.| The Spruce
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A uniform, lush, green lawn adds appeal to the look and feel of your home. Knowing how often to mow your lawn will help you maintain a fit and trim turf.| The Spruce
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Centipede grass (Eremochloa ophiuroides) is a warm-season perennial turfgrass. It grows slowly but requires little maintenance.| The Spruce
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Cutting the grass too short is the most common lawn-care error, and it leads to several problems; the ideal length is 3 to 3/12 inches.| The Spruce
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Whether you’re looking for a riding mower, walk-behind, gas, or electric model, we researched and tested the best lawn mowers to help keep your yard looking great.| The Spruce
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The discolored splotches in grass are often (but not always) caused by the fungal disease, "brown patch." Learn how to fix brown patches in the lawn.| The Spruce
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Larry Campbell is an electrical contractor with 36 years of experience in residential and light commercial electrical wiring.| The Spruce
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Kelly Bacon is a licensed general contractor with 40+ years of experience in construction, home building and remodeling, and commercial building.| The Spruce
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Find out when's the best time to water your grass as well as other lawn irrigation tips like how much water your lawn really needs.| The Spruce
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To determine which type of grass is perfect for your lawn, one consideration is your climate. Learn about the other factors in choosing a grass.| The Spruce
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Spring lawn care is worth the effort because it means less maintenance in the months to come. Learn simple tips to prepare your yard for the growing season.| The Spruce
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Aerating can help improve the health and appearance of your lawn. Learn the signs you need to aerate your lawn.| The Spruce
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Kentucky bluegrass (Poa pratensis) is popular in Northern lawns and has distinct pros and cons. Learn how to plant and care for it.| The Spruce
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Core aeration is the cure for soil compaction in lawns. Follow the tips in this definition of core aeration to learn what it is.| The Spruce
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Learn what lawn thatch is, why it is bad, and how to get rid of it. Select the correct tools for dethatching a lawn and learn how to dethatch a lawn correctly.| The Spruce
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The best lawn aerators help keep your grass in top shape by letting air, water, and nutrients reach the roots. We tested the best manual and tow-behind aerators for your grass.| The Spruce
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The best grass seed can resist disease and weeds while quickly turning your lawn green. We researched the top options for warm climates, heavy traffic, and more.| The Spruce
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Bermuda grass (Cynodon dactylon) is a warm-weather turf grass popular because of its drought and foot traffic tolerance. Learn more about this grass in our guide.| The Spruce
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If your lawn is on the outs, there's a good chance it's due to compacted soil, and aeration is the solution. Learn when, why, and how to aerate lawns.| The Spruce
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Learn how to get rid of moss in a lawn and how to prevent its return through the control of soil and light exposure conditions.| The Spruce
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The summer may be waning, but several plants still benefit from deadheading. According to a pro gardener, here are 8 plants to deadhead in August for extended summer blooms.| The Spruce
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We tapped some pro gardeners to share how to create a cottage garden without spending a ton of money.| The Spruce
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Deadheading is key to promoting long-lasting blooms, but do perennials benefit from it, too?Here's everything you need to know about deadheading perennials.| The Spruce
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Gardening myths range from when the best time to prune is to "no-maintenance" weed-control methods. Learn about 7 common gardening myths to kick this year.| The Spruce
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Castile soap is a chemical-free cleaner made from vegetable oils that has many uses from body care to home cleaning. Learn about Castile soap and how to use it.| The Spruce
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If you’re looking for versatile evergreens for your backyard, try a boxwood shrub. There are many to choose from; here are 20.| The Spruce
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This DIY pest control solution is more harmful than it is helpful to your garden. Here's what pest experts suggest instead.| The Spruce
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Few plants compare to ornamental grasses for nonstop performance, strength, and visual impact. Here are some of the most popular grasses to grow.| The Spruce
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Learn about lawn grubs, the white beetle larvae that feed on your grass, and how to treat your lawn if you have them.| The Spruce
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Sweet alyssum (Lobularia maritima) is a charming mat-forming plant with tiny flowers and a subtle, sweet fragrance. Learn how to grow this delicate bloom in your garden.| The Spruce
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Marigolds (Tagetes spp.) are popular and easy-to-grow bedding plants. These true annuals come in a variety of sizes and colors, all with robust blooms.| The Spruce
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Learn how to grow cosmos flowers (Cosmos sulphureus, C. bipinnatus), drought-tolerant annuals that mature quickly and offer bright, abundant blooms.| The Spruce
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Calendula (Calendula officinalis), also called pot marigold, is an easy-to-grow, cheerful bedding flower that brightens any garden. It is also edible.| The Spruce
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Most ladybugs are beneficial, but Asian lady beetles are undesirable, and may bite. Learn how to get rid of Asian lady beetles in and around the home.| The Spruce
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Dill (Anethum graveolens) is an herb that's both easy-to-grow and beautiful in the garden. Learn to grow this culinary must-have plant.| The Spruce
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Whiteflies are a common pest on indoor and outdoor plants and in greenhouses. Learn how to identify and get rid of these tiny white bugs on plants.| The Spruce
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Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) is an easy-to-grow herb that tastes great in salads. Its attractive flowers also adds interest in a garden| The Spruce
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If you're up against grubs, caterpillars, or another tiny soil pest, beneficial nematodes are a chemical-free solution. Learn where to find them.| The Spruce
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Angelica (Angelica archangelica) is a traditional herb grown for centuries. Here's how to grow it in your garden.| The Spruce
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Common yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a dependable, low-maintenance perennial flower that can become invasive. Learn how to care for yarrow to keep it in check.| The Spruce
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Roses are one of the more popular flowers for gardens and there are several varieties to choose from. They need lots of sun and well-draining soil.| The Spruce
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These two homemade organic sprays have a proven track record of effectiveness when it comes to getting rid of aphids.| The Spruce
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Companion planting in the garden offers benefits. Use this companion planting chart for vegetables to tell you what crops to plant next to each other.| The Spruce
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Bird feeders should be effective and sturdy for the type of bird and food you want to serve. We tested the best feeders so you can find the right one.| The Spruce
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Waiting for the first red tomato can stymie even the most patient gardener. Here are potential reasons that hold up the harvest from the tomato patch.| The Spruce
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Determining when tomatoes are ready to be harvested is not about days to maturity but about knowing how to read the signs that they are ripe.| The Spruce
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Knowing which pest eats your tomato plants is key for effective control. Here are 12 common tomato pests, their damage, and ways to get rid of them.| The Spruce
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When your tomato plants wilt, it doesn't always mean they're thirsty. Find out what to do when the problem is too much water.| The Spruce
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An annual plant must complete its life cycle in one growing season, but not all plants that are killed by frost at the end of the season are annuals.| The Spruce
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Learn about different types of perennials—plants expected to live longer than 2 years—plus tips on how to care for your perennial plants and shrubs.| The Spruce
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Want to keep your zinnias looking great and flowering longer this summer? Try this easy gardening technique for more beautiful blooms.| The Spruce
Zinnias are an easy to grow annual flower with bright, colorful blooms in a variety of colors. Learn how to make zinnias bloom again, all summer long.| The Spruce
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Direct sowing, the technique of planting seeds directly in the outdoor garden, works well for many plants. Learn the correct techniques for this method.| The Spruce
Learn how to fix common garden problems, identify signs of plant disease, and rid your yard of damaging bugs and pests.| The Spruce
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Cucumber vines that mysteriously wilt and die are likely infected with bacterial wilt. Learn what causes this fatal disease and how to prevent it.| The Spruce
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Perennials often have a shorter blooming period than annuals, but there are plenty of perennials that bloom all summer and come back year after year.| The Spruce
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Lemon cucumbers (Cucumis sativus 'Lemon') resemble a lemon in shape and color. Read on to learn how to grow and care for this unique variety.| The Spruce
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A pot of fresh cucumbers on your patio or balcony is a great way to keep these summer fruits handy. Here's how to grow them in pots along with a few varieties that do especially well.| The Spruce
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Satisfy your craving for crisp cucumbers, and get them straight from your garden. Follow these steps for how to grow cucumbers from seed.| The Spruce
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Cucumbers ripen at different times on the vine, so it is essential to pick them when they are ready to avoid a bitter flavor.| The Spruce
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Building a DIY trellis is an easy and affordable way to upgrade your garden. These trellis ideas can help you make your own, even on a small budget.| The Spruce
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A good cucumber trellis doesn't have to be fancy. The structure can be as simple as using bamboo and tying it together. Look through ideas here.| The Spruce
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Cucumber companion plants will ward off pests and help cucumber growth. Learn which flowers, herbs, and veggies work best.| The Spruce
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If you want to create more shade for your pergola or arbor, consider planting a fast-growing vine. Consult this list of the best and most beautiful.| The Spruce
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Learn how to start a garden from scratch with these tips on soil, weeds, color, design, and more.| The Spruce
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Growing tomatoes on a trellis keeps the plants above ground level and helps them stay healthy. Find tomato trellis ideas to grow your favorite fruit in style.| The Spruce
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There are seven stages of growth for tomato plants. From seed to harvest, here's what to look for during each growing stage of your tomato plants.| The Spruce
Depending on your climate, you can grow fruit right at home. If you don't have room for a tree, there are even small space options for growing fruit in pots.| The Spruce
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Add variety to your tomato crop with 15 types of yellow tomatoes. Yellow tomatoes are easy to grow, and most are less acidic than their red cousins.| The Spruce
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Pruning indeterminate tomatoes makes them easier to manage for a quality harvest. Here's when and how to prune indeterminate tomatoes for the best growth.| The Spruce
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Sungold tomatoes are an easy-to-grow, disease-resistant cherry tomato variety. Learn how to grow and care for Sungold tomatoes with our growing guide.| The Spruce
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Native to Italy, San Marzano tomatoes can be identified easily by their oblong shape and pointed ends. Learn to grow them in this detailed guide.| The Spruce
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Find out how to build and install these DIY plant cages and supports. They're the perfect addition to any garden and will really make it flourish.| The Spruce
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The 'Pink Brandywine tomato' is an heirloom variety tomato worth growing in your garden for its juicy, flavorful fruit.| The Spruce
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There are usually a few green tomatoes left on the plant at the end of the season. Check out these tips for getting green tomatoes to ripen.| The Spruce
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This hybrid variety is hardy, reliable, and may become your new favorite tomato to grow in the garden.| The Spruce
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Heirloom tomato plants (Solanum lycopersicum) have not been crossbred or hybridized for at least 40 years. Learn how to grow these classic tomatoes.| The Spruce
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Early Girl tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum ‘Early Girl’) offer abundant, early harvests in return for little maintenance, making it a popular variety.| The Spruce
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Knowing how to protect tomato plants from frost in fall prevents blackening and other damage. Learn how to protect tomato plants from frost in fall.| The Spruce
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Growing tomatoes from seeds is a rewarding experience that yields healthy, tasty, and fresh produce. Learn tips for growing tomatoes from seeds.| The Spruce
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Can your neighbor build a fence on your property line? What distance from the line can you build a fence? Learn fence-building laws for your home.| The Spruce
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Tomato companion plants can improve the growth of tomatoes and repel insects and diseases. Luckily many of the companions are delicious, too.| The Spruce
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Learn way to make leaf clean up easier and more efficient. This definitive guide to leaf clean up will help you prepare your yard faster.| The Spruce
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We asked pro gardeners to share the major signs your plants are begging you to test the soil and what you can do to fix the issues.| The Spruce
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Too much fertilizer, in particular nitrogen, can damage turfgrass. Learn about the symptoms of an over-fertilized lawn and how to fix it.| The Spruce
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Fed up with frequent fall raking? Learn from the pros when to rake leaves from garden beds and when you can let them lie to help your plants prosper.| The Spruce
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With two Boston ferns and a pack of loose-leaf tea, I tried a beloved plant hack: watering my plants with tea for two months so find out if it made any difference.| The Spruce
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Compost is great for the lawn, and the US Composting Council lists compost providers whose products pass a compost-specific quality test.| The Spruce
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The peace lily (Spathiphyllum spp.) is a tropical plant that offers majestic, long-lasting white blooms to enliven your home.| The Spruce
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When a plant becomes root-bound, the crowded roots can no longer absorb nutrients and moisture. Root pruning returns the potted plant to health.| The Spruce
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Are mushrooms growing in your yard? Here are six possible reasons why and fixes for handling them.| The Spruce
Care for your garden like a pro with The Spruce Gardens newsletter.| The Spruce
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A successful patch of morel mushrooms (Morchella spp.) is the pinnacle of the mycology hobby. Learn how to grow the same morels that enchant connoisseurs.| The Spruce
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Making compost to feed your garden is easy to do and requires very little effort. Here are simple steps to make and care for your own compost.| The Spruce
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Fertilizer numbers indicate the amounts of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in the mixture. Learn about which nutrients your plants need and when.| The Spruce
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Potassium in lawn fertilizer helps grass make use of nitrogen and assists in growth processes. Learn about how to use potassium for your grass.| The Spruce
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Bone meal fertilizer for plants provides a powerful boost of organic nutrients, but it may not be right for every gardening situation.| The Spruce
