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About Lawn Problems

Who wouldn’t prefer a lush, green lawn to a crunchy, brown carpet? Unfortunately, it takes more than desire and good intentions to keep the lawn healthy and manicured. As simple as grass may seem, yes, even this plant is subject to insects, diseases and – GASP – weeds! The articles in this section take you through the common – and not-so-common – lawn problems that most turf-owning home gardeners face, including pests, watering issues and fairy rings (and more). Find maintenance tips and tricks from the pros here, then get those problems off your turf!

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Insects
They’re not always noticeable – until it’s possibly too late. When left untreated, lawn insect pests can take down your turf in a single season. Learn more about some common pests home gardeners may find themselves at war with, from white grubs to chinch bugs.
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Maintenance
There’s more to maintaining a lawn than mowing it. Healthy turf grass is only as healthy as the soil underneath it! The articles in this section show how to help fix typical lawn problems, including solving soil compaction through core aeration and zapping lawn disease.
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