If you still want the traditional green look for your lawn, but dread the upkeep involved, grasses like buffalograss or fine ...

While it may seem like ground cover plants don't need mulch, since they act like a living mulch, there are benefits to adding a layer at just the right time.

How much land are you tending? What is the terrain like? Are you manicuring the grounds, or just knocking back weeds and ...

I have two problem areas in my lawn. The grass is thin and grows poorly under a large tree. I also have a sloping area which is difficult to mow. What could I grow in these two areas that would be bet ...

Readers share stories and photos of their no-mow lawns. Kingston WA - We live in Kingston, WA, a small seaside town across the Puget Sound from Seattle. We decided to let our half acre lawn grow ...

This is the time of year when that defining outdoor chore of homeownership, mowing the lawn, becomes a bit problematic. The “no mow May” campaign has been around for a couple of years now ...

Discover the top drought-tolerant ground covers for West Texas lawns and save water, money, and time with these expert-recommended plants.

Ground cover plants are a type of plant that’s naturally low-growing, meaning they spread out rather than growing up, to create a pretty carpet of leaves and flowers across your garden. The idea is ...

No Mow May not recommended by research universities The concept doesn’t accomplish its mission and causes great stress and potential damage to lawns.

No Mow May, a movement that originated in the UK, has made its way into Alabama. What is the movement and does it clash with Alabama ordinances?

No Mow May encourages less lawn mowing during May to support pollinators. Less frequent mowing benefits bees and other wildlife by providing more pollen and nectar. Benefits of No Mow May include ...

Benefits of No Mow May include water conservation, reduced pollution, and support for beneficial insects. Lawn care is incredibly important to many people.