When your grass starts to grow this spring, you can start mowing it immediately to keep your yard neat. “Keep your lawn at the ideal height, which for most grass types is about 2.5 to 3 inches ...

The best answer is by managing surface water. We always hear about grading soil to direct water away from the house’s foundation but we can do the same for the lawn. If you have the potential to ...

Tip #3: Reseed bare spots early If you have bare spots in your lawn or areas of lawn where the stand of grass is thin, early spring can be a good time to reseed these bare areas and over seed any ...

Last year my lawn had a lot of crabgrass as well as some thin areas. Is there a way I can start now to cultivate a better lawn this year? — Dan Jefferson, Waukegan I saw a couple of lawns with a ...

With its soft, trailing vines, English ivy has a romantic appeal that continues to captivate gardeners and interior stylists.

Here are key tips for making your home stand out this spring: Outdoors Boost curb appeal and refresh the landscape: First impressions matter. Clean up the yard, plant seasonal flowers, repaint the ...