In late summer or early fall, many homeowners overseed their lawns, trying to fill in bare spots and thicken up the grass. “That may work in full sun,” said Sharon Yiesla, plant knowledge specialist ...

Whether you're dealing with dry shade, slopes prone to erosion, boggy spots, or areas that receive harsh sun exposure, there ...

Everybody has heard of surf and turf. Today I want to discuss trees and turf (turf grass, that is). Have you ever seen fescue growing in the forest? Ninety-nine percent of the time you won’t see grass ...

A tree surrounded by green lawn is a pretty picture for many people, but it’s hard to achieve — and tough on the tree. “Turf grass and trees don’t go together well,” said Stephanie Adams, a plant ...

Question: Can I plant grass over soil where a newly removed stump was ground out? Answer: We generally don't want to plant new trees or turf immediately over the top of existing stumps in landscapes.

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...