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, Seed, Turf, Weed Control
Where Did All These Weeds Come From? Each year during the fall overseeding season, we get a lot of folks that come in to the Grass Pad and say, “I followed your fall lawn renovation program; I used your weed-free grass seed. Why do I have weeds in my...
by Uncle | Broadleaf Weeds, DIY, Fall, Grassy Weeds, Summer, Weed Control
What Is Crabgrass and How Does It Get in My lawn? Crabgrass is an annual grassy weed with broad blades, rough texture and a lighter green color. Germinating from seed each spring when soil temps reach 50° to 55°F, crabgrass plants mature and produce seeds. The...
by Uncle | DIY, Fall, Grassy Weeds, Social, Spring, Summer, Weed Control
What is Nutgrass or Nutsedge? Nutgrass is a common problem in summer lawns. Yellow Nutsedge (A.K.A. nutgrass) is a perennial, grass-like weed that tends to be prolific in poorly drained or wet areas. This weed is not a grass, it’s a sedge, and it’s very difficult to...
by Uncle | DIY, Fall, General, Summer, Turf, Weed Control
Now that the summer holiday season is upon us. We all have had a lot of things on our minds during these crazy summer weather, but don’t forget about your lawn. Here are five reminders to ensure your lawns’ summer survival. Controlling the Summer Weed...
