To fix dry patches caused by soil compaction, you can aerate your lawn using either of these two methods: Core aerate: One of ...

Is your bald spot showing? Not the one on your head — the one in your yard! Brown, barren, patchy spots in your lawn can be unsightly. Fortunately, getting your lawn back to its lush state is a ...

Learning how to aerate your lawn will help keep your grass looking healthier and greener. Over time, lawns can build a thick and compact top layer called thatch. Thatch forms due ...

Aerate your lawn before reseeding in the fall. We asked a lawn-care expert to explain why aerating cool-season lawns in fall ...

Man aerating lawn with soil plugs sitting on top of the grass - Scott Habermann/Shutterstock If you want a lush, healthy lawn, certain maintenance tasks can't be avoided. Proper watering, fertilizing, ...

Everything you need to know to revive dead grass and turn brown patches green again—fast. Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, ...

Some thatch is good, but too much can lead to disease and prevent nutrients from reaching the roots. Here's how and when to dethatch your lawn for healthy grass.