Should You Leave Grass Clippings or Bag Them in June?
In most cases, you should leave grass clippings on the lawn in June. Mulching clippings returns nutrients to the soil, helps retain moisture, and supports a healthy lawn—especially during hot summer months. The exception? If the grass is wet, diseased, or overly long. Should You Leave...
How to Prep Your Lawn for July Heat Before It’s Too Late
To prepare your lawn for July’s scorching heat, mow high, water deeply, and feed smartly. These proactive steps in late June and early July can help your lawn stay green, thick, and resilient through summer stress. How to Prep Your Lawn for July Heat Before It’s...
How to Troubleshoot a Lawn Mower
If your lawn mower won’t start, runs rough, or stalls out, the most common culprits are bad gas, dirty filters, or a worn spark plug. With a few simple checks—fuel, air, spark, and blade—you can often diagnose and fix the issue yourself. Introduction There’s nothing more frustrating...
What Should I Be Doing for My Lawn in June to Keep It Green and Healthy?
In June, focus on consistent mowing, deep watering, and weed control to keep your lawn green and healthy. Avoid heavy fertilizing, mow high, and prepare for summer heat by strengthening roots and protecting against drought stress. What Should I Be Doing for My Lawn in June...
Effects of Dull Lawn Mower Blades
Maintaining a pristine lawn takes more than just a regular mowing schedule—it requires the right equipment in peak condition. One of the most commonly overlooked culprits behind poor lawn health is a dull mower blade. Let’s break down the real effects of mowing with dull...
How to Prevent Grass and Weeds from Growing in Your Driveway
Even if your lawn’s struggling in the summer heat, the weeds in your driveway are just getting started.Crabgrass, spurge, and other aggressive weeds love the tiny cracks in pavement, and once they take root, they can cause real damage to concrete, asphalt, and brick. At Colin...
What happens if I let my grass grow too long?
Understanding Grass Growth As a homeowner, keeping your lawn in good condition requires regular mowing. Grass is a resilient plant, designed to grow, spread, and reproduce. If left unchecked, it will naturally grow taller, eventually reaching a point where it produces seed heads. While this might...
Why Dull Lawn Mower Blades Are Killing Your Grass
Why Dull Lawn Mower Blades Are Killing Your Grass (And How We Prevent It) Colin’s Key Takeaways ✅ Dull mower blades tear grass instead of cutting it, leading to brown, ragged tips and disease.✅ Ragged cuts make grass more vulnerable to drought, pests, and fungal infections.✅ Sharp...
Should You Bag or Leave Grass Clippings?
Should You Bag or Leave Grass Clippings? Colin’s Key Takeaways ✅ Mulching grass clippings is best for most Cleveland lawns—it returns nutrients to the soil and promotes healthy growth.✅ Bagging clippings is necessary when dealing with excessive thatch, weeds, or disease.✅ Using the right mower blade and...
How Often Should You Mow Your Lawn?
Colin’s Key Takeaways ✅ Avoid cutting more than one-third of the grass height at once to keep it healthy.✅ Cool-season grasses like Kentucky Bluegrass and Fescue thrive in Cleveland.✅ Mow in different directions each time to avoid soil compaction.✅ Mulch grass clippings instead of bagging for...