"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Decayed grass blades and stems—known as thatch—can prevent your lawn from absorbing the water and oxygen ...

A bit of thatch isn’t always a bad thing. That layer of material at the base of your lawn, living and dead, helps the grass retain water and restore nutrients to the soil. Left unchecked, though, it ...

Warm weather brings out the green thumbs, and while nurturing a houseplant jungle and starting a garden are worthy endeavors, a lush lawn is what dreams are made of. One problem: lawn care isn’t easy ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Your lawn mower is a crucial piece of equipment, as caring for a large lawn without it is much more difficult. Many homeowners have already ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. While proper mowing techniques can control weeds and help ensure a lush, healthy lawn, that can be tough to accomplish without the right ...