Artificial grass made its big debut at the Astro Dome in 1966, hence the term Astroturf, but it’s come a long way since then. Once used only for professional sports fields, artificial grass is now a ...

If your lawn is looking a bit worse for wear, many find you cannot go wrong with some fresh turf. Buying ready to roll turf is usually more expensive than sowing your own lawn from grass seed, but ...

What's the common denominator in nearly every yard? Turf grass. Find out what's so special about this ubiquitous landscape ...

Every homeowner who's pushed a lawnmower knows that grass needs periodic care. Even so, the best-kept yards develop problems. Fortunately, the solution can be as simple as an application of the right ...

“It’s your best opportunity to get the nutrient level correct,” says Waltz. “You want to optimize your chances for success.” Your state’s university cooperative extension service (find yours here) can ...

The need for lawn maintenance hits a peak in summer. Besides the constant mowing, watering is needed in dry spells and pests like insects, diseases and weeds may need to be dealt with. Mid- to ...

Natural rainfall often declines in fall, and lawns can dry out quickly. Supplement with watering until the ground freezes.

Artificial grass is made of a number of synthetic materials and it doesn’t require mowing or de-weeding like normal turf. Busy parents and professionals may be tempted by artificial grass as it ...