lawn care

Self-heal (Prunella vulgaris) is an excellent, highly recommended native plant for pollinators. It is especially good for native bee support. (Photo by Katie Kammler.)
Home and Family, Horticulture, Horticulture, Outdoors

Pollinators: Patience pays off

MU Extension specialist Gwen Funk recommends delaying mowing and major cleanup so early pollinators can emerge from stems, leaves and soil safely. Read More

Dry grass texture showing dehydration and damage during drought, needing water and care. (iStock │ #2216969856 - Adil bouimama)
Home and Family, Horticulture, Horticulture, Outdoors

Why is my lawn turning brown?

Lawn mower cut grass. (Adobe Stock │ #358230287 - Zedspider)
Home and Family, Horticulture, Horticulture, Outdoors

Lawn calendar for cool-season grasses



Five fall tips for cool-season lawn care

Some types of turfgrass grow slower than others, making for a low-maintenance lawn. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Michael Miller)

Four tips to prevent and remove grass stickers

Lawn closeup (K-State Research and Extension)

Turf Wars: tips to maintain lawn goals

  • By Maddy Rohr │ Kansas State University Research and Extension
Home lawn choked with dandelions

Managing a weed invasion in the home lawn

  • By Maddy Rohr │ Kansas State University Research and Extension
Spring season sunny lawn mowing in the garden. (Photo: iStock - Sachko)

Four tips for easier mowing and keeping lawns lush