Posts tagged ‘grass’

There are many different types of grass and when it comes to picking the right one for your lawn or wherever it is that you need it, it can be somewhat confusing as to which type of grass is perfect for your situation. The type of grass that you choose will depend on a number of factors and knowing a little about the different types will also help in making that decision.

There are a number of factors that have to be aware of when deciding which type of grass seed to plant. Perhaps one of the most important factors that you should focus heavily on is the amount of sunlight that is present in the area that you wish to plant. Grass seed is classified into a few different categories based on the amount of sunlight or shade that it is made to grown in. The three main classifications are sunny, sun/shade, and shade classifications. Before making your decision, monitor the area where you’ll be planting the grass. Is there a lot of sunlight present throughout the day? If so, you’ll want to purchase grass seed that is more adapted to directly sunlight. Do you have partial sunlight and partial shade throughout the day? You’ll want to buy the sun/shade mixture which is made to grown in a mix of conditions when it comes to lighting. If you have complete shade in the area where you plan on growing, then you’ll want to purchase the shade mix. You wouldn’t want to buy the shade mix if you’re going to be planting the seed in an area that gets total sunlight throughout the day. The shade mix grass seed would not grow well in this scenario. Continue reading ‘Planting The Right Type Of Grass’ »

Taking care of a yard is a year round job for some. For those who get a brief break due to snow on the ground, there are still some things you might want to study up on before Spring.

The first thing to keep in mind is that Spring isn’t the only, and not always the best time to do prep work. If you need to re-seed bare patches, just before the first snowfall of the year is a good time to start. The seeds will get worked into the soil by the weight of the snow and lay dormant for Winter. Continue reading ‘Lawn Care 101’ »