Dethatch or Aerate First? Proper Order Explained

To maintain a healthy lawn, you need to water the lawn, fertilize it, and mow it.  However, even with this regular maintenance, the grass may start to thin and display other signs of nutrient deficiency and under-watering. When the lawn displays the above symptoms, the roots are not getting sufficient nutrients and water. To rectify … Read more

Can I use Starter Fertilizer on Established Lawn? What to Know

Fertilizers are helpful in providing important nutrients to plants at every stage of growth. It is good to know that established and newly emerging seedlings have different nutritional requirements. This is the reason we have starter fertilizers and regular fertilizers. So, can you use starter fertilizer on an established lawn? No, starter fertilizer should not … Read more

How Much 2,4-D Per Gallon of Water? (Mixing Directions)

2,4-D is a popular post-emergent herbicide used to control broadleaf weeds.  It is produced in several chemical forms including liquid form (concentrated or ready-to-use), dust, or granules. To get the best result, you need to mix the herbicide in the right ratio. So how much 2, 4-D per gallon of water? Mix 2.5 oz of … Read more