Core aeration is an important maintenance task for maintaining a lawn and I prefer it over power raking. A power rake is a machine with rotating tines that mechanically lift and remove thatch, which ...

Fort Collins hasn't felt an 80-degree day since Oct. 20 but is forecast to reach 81 degrees Tuesday and Wednesday. That means it's time to start thinking about lawns that spent the second half of ...

Did you hear about the guy who chicken-proofed his lawn? It’s impeccable. I can’t wait to get into the yard this spring, and I can almost smell the fragrance of freshly mowed grass. It’ll take a while ...

This time of year lawn and garden tasks spring to mind with warming temperatures, the first dandelion blooms and budding trees. When diving into spring lawn and garden care in Colorado, it's as ...

Ensure that your lawn isn't wet and it's actually actively growing before mowing the first time in the season. Rake away any winter debris like leaves and small sticks, so it helps light and airflow ...

Tuesday, March 19, was the first day of spring. Last week, the Fort Collins area saw snow and rain. This week, temperatures will be mostly in the 60s. These are all signs that it's time to start ...

Do you have salt damage on your lawn? Reverse salt damage by watering affected areas and raking dead grass Does your lawn have bare patches? Reseed bare patches but first add well-rotted manure, rake ...

Cut your lawn properly in fall to avoid mold and fungal problems. Mowing correctly in fall entails knowing when to make the final cut and how high the grass should be left to stand for winter. Combine ...