Yard problems, solved properly
Practical guides for the stuff your yard throws at you: sprinklers that will not run right, lawns past saving, soggy corners, and roots heading for the foundation. Diagnose it, fix it, and plant something better.
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CategoryBrowse →Residential GreenhousesChoosing, siting, and running a backyard greenhouse through every season.
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CategoryBrowse →Soil Testing & Nutrient ProblemsReading a soil test and fixing what it finds, from pH to missing nutrients.
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CategoryBrowse →Fruit Trees & Backyard OrchardsPlanting and caring for backyard fruit trees, from first sapling to first harvest.
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CategoryBrowse →Tree Roots & Property DamageWhat to do when roots go after pipes, pavement, and foundations, and how to plant so they never do.
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CategoryBrowse →Lawn RenovationBringing a tired lawn back: dethatching, overseeding, leveling, and knowing when to start over.
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CategoryBrowse →Irrigation & SprinklersSprinkler systems, drip lines, and watering setups: installing them, fixing them, and getting coverage right.
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CategoryBrowse →Xeriscaping & Lawn ReplacementReplacing thirsty turf with plantings that suit your climate and cut the water bill.
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CategoryBrowse →Yard DrainageSoggy lawns, pooling water, and the grading, drains, and swales that dry them out.
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CategoryBrowse →Around the YardPlant care and growing notes that do not fit neatly anywhere else.
Latest from the site
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Residential GreenhousesRead article →Remote Greenhouse Temperature Monitoring: Sensors and AlertsIf your greenhouse runs hot during the day and cold at night, crops feel it first, then yield follows. A greenhouse humidity control system depends on fast, accurate…
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Soil Testing & Nutrient ProblemsRead article →When to Test Garden Soil for Lead and Other ContaminantsIf you are starting a new garden, buying an older home, or you are worried about what is in the ground, figuring out how to test soil for…
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Tree Roots & Property DamageRead article →Tree Roots in Sewer Lines: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and RepairIf you are dealing with tree root damage neighbor driveway liability, you are not alone. Roots can find a path into a sewer or drain line through tiny…
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Xeriscaping & Lawn ReplacementRead article →Xeriscaping Rules, HOA Restrictions, and Rebates: What to CheckIf you are planning to cut irrigation costs, you probably ran into the same issue, the law on the xeriscaping can be stricter than you expect. Even when…
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Fruit Trees & Backyard OrchardsRead article →Why Fruit Trees Produce Poorly: Pollination, Pruning, and NutritionIf your backyard fruit trees with low maintenance effort are blooming, yet fruit production stays weak, you are not alone. Many trees look healthy and still fail to…
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Lawn RenovationRead article →When and How to Dethatch a Lawn in SpringIf you want to dethatch lawn in spring, wait until the grass is actively growing and the lawn can recover quickly. The job is usually only worth doing…
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Yard DrainageRead article →Temporary vs Permanent Yard Drainage Fixes: Costs and TradeoffsIf you are dealing with pooled water, soggy turf, or muddy ruts after rain, you are not alone. Finding the right drainage solutions for yards starts with understanding…
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Irrigation & SprinklersRead article →How to Winterize Your Residential Irrigation SystemIf you need to winterize the irrigation system, the job is simple in principle: stop new water from entering, get water out of the parts that can freeze,…
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Around the YardRead article →How to Grow a Holly Plant in a PotLearning how to grow a holly plant in a pot allows you…