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Author: Beck Carter

Beck is a creative writer from Central Texas. She graduated with an MFA in poetry from Texas State University. Beck enjoys martial arts, kayaking, and walking her wiener dog, Cookie.

How Long Should I Water My Lawn?

By Beck Carter | Published: February 28, 2025
General Lawn Care

You should water your lawn about an hour per week in two 30-minute sessions, on average.

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6 Signs Your Lawn Has Grubs

By Beck Carter | Published: February 28, 2025
General Lawn Care

Discolored turf, thinning or dead grass patches, and even critters foraging in your yard are all signs your lawn has grubs

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How to Fix Patchy Grass

By Beck Carter | Published: February 23, 2025
General Lawn Care

Repair patchy grass using grass seed or sod. Prep soil, spread grass seed, rake, and cover. For sod, measure well, and ensure it’s level.

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Planting Zones of Northern Indiana

By Beck Carter | Updated: November 7, 2024
Indiana

Northern Indiana has two plant hardiness zones, the slightly cooler 5b in the northwest corner and 6a everywhere else.

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Planting Zones of Rhode Island

By Beck Carter | Updated: October 9, 2024
Rhode Island

Rhode Island has three plant hardiness zones: 6b, 7a, and 7b. Learn which one you fall in and what plants work best.

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Pros and Cons of Clover Lawns in Northern California

By Beck Carter | Updated: April 2, 2025
California

Clover is a great turfgrass alternative for Northern California because it’s pollinator-friendly and low maintenance, but it has disadvantages.

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How to Choose the Right Grass for Your Lawn (8 Factors to Consider)

By Beck Carter | Published: August 13, 2024
General Lawn Care

When choosing the right grass for your lawn, consider climate, soil type, sun exposure, foot traffic, and maintenance requirements.

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Should You Put Straw Over Grass Seed?

By Beck Carter | Published: August 13, 2024
General Lawn Care

There are several pros and cons to putting straw over grass seed. Straw protects the seeds from erosion and birds, but it may attract pests.

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10 Tips on How to Thicken Your Lawn

By Beck Carter | Published: August 13, 2024
General Lawn Care

Regular lawn maintenance keeps lawns thick and healthy. How to thicken your lawn: mow, fertilize, dethatch, aerate, and overseed regularly.

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How to Know if Fleas Are in Your Yard (5 Signs)

By Beck Carter | Published: August 13, 2024
Pest control

Itchy ankles after time outdoors, fur loss on your pet, and finding fleas on your socks are all signs your yard has fleas.

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