Lawn Care

Is There More Hair or Grass in the World?

This is an interesting question that doesn’t have a definitive scientific answer yet. At first glance, most people would probably guess that there is more grass than human hair on earth. However, when you start to dig into the details, it becomes a surprisingly complex question with arguments on both sides. Here is an overview … Read more

How to Get Rid of Lawn Algae: A Complete Guide

Lawn algae is a common problem that can leave your grass looking unhealthy and unattractive. While getting rid of algae may seem difficult there are several effective methods to restore your lawn’s beauty. In this comprehensive guide we’ll cover what causes algae growth, prevention tips, and proven removal techniques. What is Lawn Algae? Algae are … Read more

How to Say “The Grass Needs Water” in Spanish

Watering the lawn and garden is an essential task for any homeowner. But if you’re new to speaking Spanish, you may not know how to express that el césped necesita agua (the grass needs water). Don’t worry, this article will teach you the perfect Spanish translation for “the grass needs water” and other related phrases. … Read more

Can You Lime and Seed a Lawn at the Same Time? A Guide to Proper Application Timing

Author/Reviewed By: Josh Miller, Sales Manager: Baker Lime & North America Minerals Published: 3/3/2017 – Updated: 10/25/2023 In general, it’s best not to apply lime, seed and fertilizer at the same time. You typically want to apply agricultural lime before fertilizer for acidic soil, or fertilizer before lime for nutrient-deficient soil. Seed comes after either … Read more

How to Get Rid of Spider Grass

Despite their creepy-crawly name, spider plants (Chlorophytum comosum) are among the most popular houseplants to grow. Spider plants are moderately fast-growing plants. Their rosettes of slender, gently arching leaves stretch from around 12 to 18 inches long. The leaves are green or striped green and white. Mature plants regularly send out long stems that bear … Read more

How to Revive a Lawn After Scarifying

Scarifying is a vital maintenance technique that removes moss or dead organic material from your lawn. Leaving moss and other debris on your lawn can suffocates the roots of the grass, depriving them of nutrients and encouraging further weed growth. Follow our step by step guide for top tips for lawn scarification. Scarifying is an … Read more

What To Do If You Forgot To Rake In Your Grass Seed

This week marks my two year anniversary here on the Nature’s Seed blog. From seed bombs to backyard putting greens, from Native American legends and snow mold, I’ve covered a wide range of topics that have hopefully been interesting and helpful. Besides my weekly blog updates I also answer customer inquiries and emails each day. … Read more