Lawns
How to Seed a New Lawn
In this how-to video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook plants a new lawn from seed
How to Install and Maintain a Low-Cost Lawn Sprinkler
Installing a low-cost lawn sprinkler can keep your lawn lush and green, and it's less expensive than professional services. Read how to complete this installation in our step-by-step guide.
All About Fertilizing: How To Fertilize Your Lawn Effectively
In this how-to video and guide, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook discusses proper techniques for feeding a lush, green lawn.
How To Mow a Lawn, Go Around Obstacles, and Handle Clippings
Learning how to properly mow your lawn and handle grass clippings can lead to a healthy landscape. Read our guide for more information.
How To Dethatch a Lawn
Learn how to maintain a healthy, green lawn using simple dethatching methods demonstrated by This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook.
How To Revive a Dead Lawn
In this how-to video and guide, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook demonstrates how to revive and save a neglected lawn.
How To Lay Artificial Turf
In this how-to video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook creates a super-durable, all-season faux-grass play area.
How to Repair a Leaking Sprinkler System
In this video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows how to replace a worn-out valve diaphragm on a lawn sprinkler system.
Guide To Removing Crabgrass: What to Do and What You Need
Tired of crabgrass ruining your lawn? Read our guide on how to remove crabgrass and and protect your lawn from future weed problems.
Tips for a Lush Organic Lawn: The Ultimate Guide
Want a lush, chemical-free lawn? These tips help you break your lawn's reliance on synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides.
A Step by Step Guide to Removing Established Grass
Learn how to remove established grass from your lawn for new landscaping projects using manual methods or power tools.
When Lawn Mowers Won't Start
Blame it on the fuel, or lack of it
50 Years of Innovation: Lawn Tractors
Explore 50 years of lawn tractor innovation: increased power and performance, safety features, and eco-friendly designs.
How to Seed a Lawn
Want a lush, green yard? Learn how to seed your lawn for next spring, from soil preparation and seed selection to post-seeding care.
Grasses With Attitude
Ornamental grasses are easy to grow and won't fade into the background. Add the right ornamental grasses to your garden with this DIY guide.