While compost is commonly used in vegetable, flower, and herb gardens, home gardeners often overlook the many benefits that compost brings to lawns. Using compost for lawns is an excellent way to both ...

Twenty miles south of Boise, crews at the city compost farm are bracing for the busy season. “Grass season,” as compost program director Lisa Knapp calls it, means bag after bag of lawn clippings and ...

Composting involves decomposing organic materials to create nutrient-rich soil. A compost pile needs a balance of green (nitrogen-rich) and brown (carbon-rich) materials. Maintaining proper moisture, ...

Spring lawn care is crucial for a healthy lawn during the summer. Improving soil, managing watering, fertilizing correctly, and mowing high are key to lawn care. Using a mulching mower and managing ...

If you want your lawn to be lush, dense, weed-free, and deep green in color throughout the summer months, this goal can only be achieved if certain lawn maintenance tasks are completed during early ...

It's becoming increasingly popular among homeowners. Homeowner shares before-and-after photos of unconventional project on ...

Ensure that your lawn isn't wet and it's actually actively growing before mowing the first time in the season. Rake away any winter debris like leaves and small sticks, so it helps light and airflow ...

In our own climate we are not generally overwhelmed with leaves. They usually don’t pile up 6 to 8 inches deep, and if they pile up at all, they will decompose quickly. The decomposed leaves add ...

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