by Uncle | Broadleaf Weeds, DIY, Fertilizer, Turf, Winter
Why Fertilize Grass in Winter? Most people think about fertilizing their lawns in the spring and early fall. But, late fall and mid winters can be opportunities for applying much-needed nutrients to the soil. Loveland Snowman, a winter root builder, is the most...
by Uncle | DIY, Fall, Fertilizer, Seed, Sod, Turf, Weed Control
It’s mid-October; homeowners with cool-season grasses savor these mild fall temperatures. If you have been following Uncle’s Idiot Proof Lawn Program and you have a cool-season grass, your lawn is looking incredible right now. After all, cool-season grasses, like Blue...
by Uncle | DIY, Fall, General, Summer, Turf, Weed Control
Now that the summer vacation season is upon us, we all have a lot of things on our minds. Managing work, summer fun, and family time are all important. However, don’t forget about your lawn during this busy summer season. Here are five reminders to ensure your...
by Uncle | General, Grassy Weeds, Summer, Weed Control
Ugly grassy weeds will stand out in dormant summer-stressed lawns. These summer grass weeds thrive in hot, dry conditions and have less competition from summer dormant turf grasses. Below is Uncle’s list of the most common ugly grassy weeds and how they can be...
by Uncle | Broadleaf Weeds, DIY, Fall, Grassy Weeds, Summer, Weed Control
Crabgrass, foxtail, and other annual grassy weeds that have escaped pre-emergent control, like Houdini from a straitjacket, can now be eliminated with a post-emergent herbicide. Control ugly summer weeds around the edges of sidewalks, driveways, and grass strips...
by Uncle | DIY, Fall, General, Nursery, Spring, Summer, Weed Control, Winter
What is Mulch? Mulch is a material that covers the soil, usually in flower and landscape beds, to help control weeds and insulate plants. A stroll through the woods will reveal that mother nature mulches all her plants with a thick layer of fallen leaf litter and...
by Uncle | DIY, Fertilizer, Grassy Weeds, Seed, Spring, Turf
Can I Overseed the Lawn after Applying Crabgrass Pre-emergent? Do not overseed areas where PREVENT, crabgrass preventer has been applied. PREVENT is a combination of spring fertilizer plus a powerful crabgrass pre-emergent and will prevent grass seed and grassy weed...
by Uncle | Broadleaf Weeds, DIY, Grassy Weeds, Seed, Spring, Weed Control
It’s early spring, but where should you start in your lawn? The beginner’s guide to Idiot Proof Lawn Care begins with learning two different types of weeds we deal with in Midwest lawns: grassy weeds and broadleaf weeds. Each type will require different...
