Smart Lawns
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Raise the Mowing Height for Weed and Grub Defense
Published on December 21, 2023
Trying to mow your lawn at a height less than 3 inches is stressful to your lawn and may result in the need to apply more insecticide and herbicide. -
Smart lawn care to protect pollinators
Published on January 25, 2017
Whether you choose weed-free or a more relaxed approach to your lawn, here are some practices that will keep it bee-friendly. -
Shady Lawn Alternatives
Published on May 12, 2016
Smart Gardening tip sheet on shady lawn alternatives. -
Low Maintenance Lawns in the Midwest
Published on May 12, 2016
If you’d like to lower the maintenance needs of your lawn, there are several factors to consider. -
Smart watering for lawns: Don’t let the lawn squeeze you dry
Published on May 10, 2016
One of the areas in the home landscape that can use a tremendous amount of water is the lawn. -
Mulch Leaves into Turf for a Smart Lawn
Published on May 10, 2016
Over 20 years of turf research has proven that fall is the optimum time to “invest” in the green you will enjoy next spring. -
Smart Gardening: Smart lawn alternatives to protect pollinators
Published on April 5, 2016
Create pollinator-friendly lawns that are inviting to bees and other pollinators.