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9 Tips to Keeping a Pet-Friendly Yard
Tomorrow is National Dog Day. What better way to celebrate our furry, four-legged friends than to share tips for a pet-friendly yard? 9 Tips for a Pet-Friendly Yard Here are nine ways to make your yard a safe and beautiful dog haven. Chose Plants Wisely Choose...
How to Treat and Prevent Lawn Diseases
Once you’ve learned how to identify lawn disease, the next question is: what do you do about them, and how can you prevent lawn diseases from wreaking havoc on your lawn? That’s what we will discuss in this article. Tips to Treat and Prevent Lawn Diseases Lawn...
How to Identify Common Lawn Diseases
Is something not quite right with your lawn, but you aren’t sure what it is? Use this quick reference to diagnose common lawn diseases in your yard. When disease hits your grass, controlling it can be challenging unless you know how to spot it and understand its...
The Pitfalls of DIY Lawn Care
When it comes to maintaining your home, you'll likely consider whether you can do it yourself or hire a professional. Lawn care is no different. Besides time and money, various other factors are often overlooked when choosing DIY lawn care or investing in lawn care...
How to Prune Shrubs
Pruning can be intimidating, especially for beginners. Many people are afraid of making a mistake that hurts the plant. Pruning is like cutting hair. And like hair, it will grow back even if you cut it to the hairline trying to get an even cut. In other words, it WILL...
7 Non-Toxic Flea and Tick Repelling Plants
Now that the weather is warming up, it's time to start considering protection from pests like fleas and ticks. Chemical pesticides aren't your only solution. You can help combat the problems organically and add beauty to your yard. Here are the top seven non-toxic...
Crabgrass: Common Weeds in Arkansas
Crabgrass is one of the most hated weeds in lawns because it’s the most dominant. Proper lawn maintenance can help you gain control over this unsightly weed. Identifying Crabgrass Crabgrass is a common weed that gets its name from how it grows close to the ground and...
5 Reasons Why Your Home Needs Good Landscaping
Why does landscaping matter? Isn’t mowing your grass enough? Well, maybe. But perhaps the investment in good landscaping is deeper than the surface of your lawn. Here are five examples that will make you realize the value of a well-landscaped yard. Health...
5 Ideas to Enjoy Nature When You’re Stuck at Home
In this time of social distancing, keeping ourselves healthy physically and mentally is vitally important. A dose of fresh air, sunshine, and a pleasant spring breeze can be beneficial. Here are five ideas to enjoy nature and still be safe. Stuck at Home? Try...
3 Practical Lawn Care Tips for a Rain-Soaked Yard
As a homeowner, caring for your rain-soaked yard can be challenging. While rain is great for the grass during the spring, it prevents you from keeping a regular lawn care routine. Here are three lawn care tips for maintaining a lush and healthy yard during prolonged...
Five Spring Gardening Tips
It's time for everything to come back to life after a long slumber. Plenty of work to do to get your garden back in shape after winter. So, get ready to get dirty with these five spring gardening tips. Clear Debris & Prep the Soil Your first step is to remove any...
DIY Window Cleaning Steps for Picture and Multipaned Windows
Washing windows is a task most people dread and often avoid altogether. However, ideally, you should wash your windows twice a year. Part of what makes DIY window cleaning such a chore is that most people do it with a wad of paper towels, spray cleaner, and a lot of...