While just about every homeowner knows their lawn needs watering, mowing, and fertilizing to look its best, many people don't know that aerating a lawn is also part of basic yard care. The job can be ...

Houseplants are a great addition to any room, but even the lowest-maintenance ones still require proper care. Along with watering and sunlight needs, aerating the soil is an essential component for ...

It depends on the type of grass you grow.

This quick trick will make your houseplants think they are thriving in the wild. Darryl Cheng is the mastermind plant whisperer behind the popular Instagram feed, houseplantjournal. Applying "an ...

What to do with plugs of soil after aerating your lawn? Just leave them in place to naturally break down. Adele L. Wilcoxen Johnson County K-State Research and Extension A healthy root system is a ...

The problem starts when particles in the top four inches of the soil are compressed, reducing the pore space, which impedes the movement of air, water and nutrients to the grass roots. This, in turn, ...

Homeowners often don’t realize how much soil compaction affects the overall health of their lawns. Insects, diseases, improper watering and a lack of fertilizer are often blamed for problems in home ...

A lawn—whether in the front, side or backyard—requires maintenance for a healthy, thriving turf. Mowing is a regular lawn task, especially during the grass-growing season, for a beautiful and ...

Many Nebraska soils have high clay and silt content making them prone to compaction. Foot traffic from both human and pets, equipment and vehicles are all common causes of soil compaction. Look for ...