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Author: Melanie Joseph
With hands-on experience in gardening and lawn care, Melanie has been a dedicated writer for LawnStarter for years now. She’s passionate about sharing practical tips to help homeowners cultivate healthier, greener yards — one blade of grass at a time.
How to Get Rid of Mushrooms in Your Yard
To get rid of mushrooms in your yard, you can manually pluck them out one by one. You can also use a mixture of water and vinegar, baking soda, or dish soap.
Does Vinegar Kill Weeds?
Vinegar does kill weeds, but it will depend on the type of vinegar you’re using and how you’re applying this natural weed killer.
How Much Does Hedge Trimming Cost in 2025?
Don’t let an overgrown hedge ruin your curb appeal, especially since hedge trimming costs as low as $30, or around $429 on average.
How Much Does Bush Trimming Cost in 2025?
Bush trimming costs between $5 and $46 per bush, but prices vary by bush height, number of bushes, and frequency of service.
What to Do With Fallen Leaves
If you don’t know what to do with fallen leaves, you can rake, mulch, make compost, or use the leaves as decoration or soil amendment.
Applying Post-Emergent Herbicides to Your Lawn
Learn how to apply post-emergent herbicides, from choosing the right product and the best time to spray to application methods and mistakes to avoid.
How to Lay Sod (Step-by-Step Guide)
Knowing how to lay sod is crucial before starting such a project. It involves testing, measuring, and preparing your soil before the actual sod installation.
How to Plant Grass Seed
Knowing how to plant grass seed helps ensure your new lawn’s success: Prepare the area before planting, add amendments, scatter seeds, and keep the area moist.