Why Less Water is Better for Your Lawn
Learn why less water creates a healthier lawn. Follow step-by-step instructions for the catch can test and build deep, resilient roots.
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Distinctions between Winter Grass and Weeds
Tyler, Texas, made a huge impression on me, especially since I was enamored with its scenic beauty. I arrived in Tyler during the winter season 5 years ago. The roadside was beautiful. Green grass covered the city’s roadside. It was different from the barren and yellow roadside of Abilene, Texas. When I decided to move…
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What To Do When Grass Won’t Grow Under Your Trees
As our beautiful trees finally become mature, it can be challenging trying to get something to grow under the shade of their canopy. We’ve probably tried various grasses and shade tolerant plants but they aren’t as tolerant as they use to be. So what do we do now? Groundcover! Groundcover can be the answer to…
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Alternatives to Turfgrass
As a child, few things rivaled the simple joy of running barefoot through our backyard. My brothers and I spent many afternoons lying in the grass, watching clouds, and turning a garden hose into our very own water park. That soft, green lawn was the heart of so many memories—but looking back, it was only…
