Columbus, OH

Kentucky State

Chances are, if you have a lawn, you have crabgrass! This fast-growing weed thrives despite heat, humidity, or drought conditions. “It’s a prolific seed producer,” says Clint Waltz, PhD, turfgrass extension specialist at the University of Georgia. “If you do nothing about it this year, expect a higher and more dense population of crabgrass next year.”

How To Get Rid Of Crabgrass That's Growing In Your Lawn And Prevent It From Coming Back

Dead patches of grass are signs that something is wrong. Get to the root cause for an inviting and healthy lawn. A thriving lawn is easy to spot from down the street, thanks to its uniform dark green appearance. Unfortunately, brown spots on a lawn also stick out amid all the green. There are several things that can cause dead patches of turf, such as pests, diseases, and overdoing fertilizer. However, lawns can usually recover with simple care. Use this guide to figure out the cause of brown patches on your lawn and get solutions for fixing the problem.

Brown Spots on Your Lawn? 7 Causes and How to Fix Them

As a gardener, there’s nothing more disheartening than seeing your plants’ vibrant green leaves start to turn yellow. It’s a clear sign that something isn’t quite right, but with so many potential causes, it can be tricky to diagnose the issue. Yellowing leaves, also known as chlorosis, can be a symptom of a variety of problems, ranging from environmental stress to nutrient deficiencies or even pests.

Why Your Plants’ Leaves Are Turning Yellow

When opportunity knocks, dandelions answer. That’s one reason they’re such a common sight in landscapes far and wide. When you discover dandelions infiltrating your lawn, listen closely to what they are telling you to discourage the opportunistic weed and take action. “Dandelions are opportunistic invaders. If they are...

Got Lots of Dandelions? Here's What Your Lawn Is Trying to Tell You

For many home gardeners, raised garden beds are a wonderful solution to their yard woes. Raised beds can help you incorporate the exact right soil for your picky plants or extend the amount of garden space you have. But not every plant will do great in a raised bed. Some...

10 Plants You Should Never Grow in a Raised Bed

Bright red toadstools, funky jelly fungus, and rounded puffball mushrooms in lawn grass may look alarming. However, lawn mushrooms can be a sign that you have healthy soil. Mushrooms can help lawns grow better by breaking down organic matter and making soil nutrients more available to plant roots. Before we...

Are There Mushrooms in Your Lawn? They're Actually a Good Sign, a Gardening Pro Says

Or at least a friend or neighbor who let you in on the secret. It's one of those deeply personal things, one's preference for potato salad. My grandmother made a German potato salad that was served warm and had bits of diced ham in it. Her children went bonkers for it — the in-laws not so much. There are some who prefer a Dijon-based vinaigrette and round discs of red potatoes with the skin still on. Others love to throw in a generous handful of dill or a big heaping spoonful of relish. But, there's something special about a potato salad that calls on boiled egg.

If You Put Eggs In Your Potato Salad, You Probably Have A Southern Grandma

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Knowing what flowers to plant in August isn't always so clear-cut. But that's why we called in help from pro planters —here's what they said to pot.

The 7 flowers to plant in August, according to gardening gurus

It’s happened to me many times: I go out to do a little work in my garden only to find that ants have moved into one of my beds and aren’t too pleased that I’m rooting around out there. Ants in the garden can be distressing if you aren’t a fan of bugs, but they don’t always spell problems for you.

Ants In The Garden? Here’s What You Should Do

When it comes to planting, many gardeners focus on selecting the right soil and choosing the perfect plants. However, an often overlooked but essential aspect of successful container gardening is ensuring proper drainage. Adding pinecones to the bottom of your planter is a simple and effective method to enhance drainage,...

Here’s Why You Need to Add Pinecones to the Bottom of Your Planter

California State

San Diego, CA

USA TODAY

An "incredibly rare" fish was found at La Jolla Cove recently, making it the 20th time an oarfish has been spotted in California in the last century.

'Incredibly rare' dead sea serpent surfaces in California waters; just 1 of 20 since 1901

Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. Your ailing lawn is suffering from compacted soil and thick thatch, but can you dethatch and aerate at the same time? Absolutely. Performing both treatments at once benefits your lawn by improving water absorption, nutrient uptake, and air flow to the roots.

Can You Dethatch and Aerate Your Lawn at the Same Time?

Bromeliads, with their lush foliage and vivid bracts, provide a pop of bright color to outdoor gardens and houseplant collections alike. Plus, these tropicals are easy to care for and safe for pets, too. In USDA hardiness zones 10-11, they can be grown year-round outdoors, or indoors as houseplants just...

15 Types of Bromeliads You Should Grow If You're Into Low-Maintenance Plants

By the time August rolls around, most of the summer bloomers are winding down and feeling the heat. Very soon, autumn will be upon us, and once again, we will look toward preparing the garden for spring. But, let’s not get ahead of ourselves. There are still some lovely fall-blooming flowers you can plant in August. These flowers will keep your garden blooming until frosts.

15 Fall-Blooming Flowers to Plant in August

You can’t have a Southern summer without iced tea, but sometimes even on the laziest sunny days you don’t have the time to spare to brew it. After all, you could be chilling in your backyard or at the beach sipping your tea rather than at the kitchen counter making it. What you need is a tool like this Mueller electric kettle that will make the process faster so you can get back to relaxing in the sun. Snag it on sale for just $24 at Amazon.

Shoppers Use This Electric Kettle To Make Batches Of Iced Tea In Minutes—And It’s On Sale For $24

Chapel Hill, NC

You don’t have to be a die-hard Carolina fan to appreciate the beauty of Chapel Hill, though Duke fans may have a tough time immersing themselves in a world of light blue. Home to the flagship campus of the University of North Carolina system and its famed athletics program, Chapel Hill is a 62,000-person college town that offers unwavering support to its sports teams and educational programs; at the same time, it also maintains a personality and reputation that transcends quintessential university life. There’s art, green spaces and gardens, must-try dishes, and more than a handful of reasons to travel to the area (including the neighboring towns of Carrboro and Hillsborough).

This North Carolina Town Is Home To The Nation's Oldest Public University—And It's A Foodie's Paradise

Many of the insects attracted to our plants are beneficial pollinators such as bees and butterflies, which help fruits and flowers to thrive—but not all bugs in a garden are beneficial. Some of the most popular plants and vegetables are also hotspots for pests we don't want anywhere near...

6 Plants That Attract Unwanted Pests (And You Should Get Rid of Them ASAP), Pros Say

Many of us strive for a perfectly organized fridge, and it’s a worthy goal. An organized fridge can help cut down on food waste and make it easier to find ingredients when you’re in the middle of cooking. There’s also a food safety element at play: Where you place items in the fridge makes a difference in how well they keep, as some parts of the fridge run colder than others.

You Might Be Storing Raw Meat In The Wrong Place—Here's Where To Keep It In The Fridge

A trip to HomeGoods always promises to be a magical thing, especially during the fall when seasonal goodies await. You don’t need to go with a list, but simply an open mind as to what kind of must-have treasures might be waiting. Ahead of fall (as early as late summer) and into the season, new deliveries of autumn-themed items arrive weekly and are quickly placed on shelves, only to be quickly whisked away by whichever shoppers find the best items first.

The Best Things To Shop At HomeGoods For Fall 2024

Knoxville, TN

Whether you’re a seasoned passholder or a first-time visitor to Dollywood, you’ll find smart ways to enhance your park experience in The Ultimate Guide To Dollywood, a new book written by Knoxville author Erin K. Browne. This unofficial guide is packed with helpful tips and insider info ranging from secrets on the rides to how to cut down on ride wait times. Browne shared her three top tips, including the best day of the week to go to Dollywood.

This Is The Best Day To Go To Dollywood To Beat The Crowds

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Fall Armyworms Are Invading The Southeast—Here's How To Keep Them From Destroying Your Lawn

Fall armyworms (Spodotera frugiperda) are not a welcome visitor in the Southeast. They often appear in large numbers in late summer to early fall and make...

Fall Armyworms Are Invading The Southeast—Here's How To Keep Them From Destroying Your Lawn

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