Lawns

Determine your growing condition problems based on the weeds that thrive in them and use our expert remedies to remove them for good.

In this guide, we walk you through each step needed to create and maintain a beautiful, healthy lawn year round.

The end of summer signals the best time to lay the groundwork for a lush field of grass come spring.

Warning: Your verdant paradise may be a death trap (or at least make you very sick). Before you spend the next sunny day lounging on the lawn, watch out for these dozen dangers to your health

The TOH pros tackle the obstacles standing between you and the lush lawn of your dreams

Read advice from TOH landscape contractor Roger Cook on how to revive a half-dead lawn with this DIY guide.

Learn how to diagnose and address lawn problems like grubs, dog damage, dry spots, moss, and more with our comprehensive guide.

A lawn mower is essential equipment for anyone who wants a trim and tidy lawn. This Old House's experts tell you how to choose the best push lawn mower for your grass-cutting needs.

Our guide will help you choose the best grass type for your lawn based on your local climate and soil conditions.

Read our do-it-yourself lawn care schedule to learn when to fertilize, water, and mow your lawn, depending on where you live.

In this guide, we provide expert tips on the fundamentals of growing a lawn: how to plant grass, when to mow, how much to water it, and more.

It's easier to diagnose and fix problems with a walk-behind mower when you understand the components—this guide covers them all.

Sharpen your blades before you retire your mower this year, and save yourself some work come spring

A little maintenance before winter goes a long way to keep your lawnmower ready for the spring. Learn how to get it done, step by step.

Want to create a lusher lawn? Read these tips from This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook.

These three gray-water retrofits can shrink your water bill—forever

Master carpenter Norm Abram's techniques for rakes