Let’s focus on controlling Bermuda grass this fall. Common Bermuda grass is sometimes called “devil’s grass” by old-timers. All types of Bermuda grass, from common (the weed) to hybrid Bermuda (think ...

Weeds are great competitors. They are the first to invade empty spaces, pushing more valuable plants to the side, growing between plants or smothering them with their growth. The three worst weeds to ...

There's nothing quite as inviting as the lush, thick growth of a healthy Bermuda grass lawn. It just invites you to kick off your shoes and let your toes sink into all those soft blades of grass. You ...

Q: I want to help my Bermuda lawn to come out of dormancy and replace my overseeded ryegrass. I’ve heard that scalping the winter grass and/or withholding water will encourage and speed up the ...

There are five easy steps to having the best-looking lawn on your block. These include selecting the right grass, watering adequately, mowing properly, applying fertilizer and controlling weeds. Even ...

This photo taken Wednesday, July 17, 2024, shows Brigham Young University professor Bryan Hopkins talking with his students at the hybrid Bermuda grass research plot on BYU’s campus. This undated ...

Dear Neil: We had a beautiful zoysia lawn until the hot, dry summer. In our 70s, we decided our water bill was more than we could handle ($300-$400 per month). We replaced it with river rock ...

Q: I hope you can help me with weeds in my Bermuda lawn. I have tried weedkillers, yet here we are in May and dandelions are still popping up. I’ve even used vegetation killers. Hand pulling didn’t ...

Most lawn disasters happen not with dramatic flourish, but through well-intentioned mistakes repeated over time. As we approach the end of Gardening Week, now's the perfect moment to reassess your ...