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Mark Marino
When Does Crabgrass Die? (The Lifecycle of Crabgrass Explained)
Crabgrass is one of the most common and most troublesome lawn weeds in America. A crabgrass infestation can take over your good lawn grasses – including turf type tall fescue – in as little as ...
Lawn Mushrooms in Yard [Good, Bad & Causes for Mushrooms]
Under the right growing conditions, mushroom growth is a common occurrence. Beneficial fungi are typically present in soil, breaking down organic material, which is one of the key roles they play in nature. Mushrooms serve ...
Weeds With Purple Flowers: Identification and Control
LAWN PHIX PRO TIPS After treating hundreds of residential and commercial properties, I can confidently say that these purple-flowered broadleaf weeds are the No. 1 nemesis. They’re a battle, but follow these tips to keep ...
Weeds with Yellow Flowers (Common Lawn Weed Guide)
Weeds–tenacious plants that interfere with lawns, flower beds, even agricultural crops. Hardcore survivalists, weeds compete, sometimes mercilessly, with the less aggressive plants we strive to grow for essential nutrients, water, and even sunlight. As gardeners, ...
Scott’s GrubEx vs Bayer Grub Control
If you or your neighbors had issues with Japanese beetles and grubs in the past, then when to apply grub control should be a priority on your lawn care schedule. There are many brands, active ...
THE BEST Crabgrass Removal Tools (2023 Reviews)
Crabgrass is a stubborn lawn weed. It gets its name because of its appearance. Crabgrass grows low to the ground and its stems grow out from the clump in the center, which looks like crab ...
THE BEST Weed Killer for Lawns (That Won’t Kill Grass)
Weeds are something we all try to avoid when it comes to our lawns. While they are technically plants, they are almost always unwanted. They steal nutrients and resources from the plants you want in ...
What Type of Gas for Lawn Mowers? A Complete Guide
Key Takeaways What Type of Gas Should You Use for a Lawn Mower? For most lawn mowers, regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher works perfectly. This type of gas provides ...
The Best Dandelion Killer for 2026 (That Won’t Kill Your Grass)
LAWN PHIX PRO PICK Nothing says springtime like seeing dandelions flowering throughout neighborhoods in May. I service over 100 acres of lawns annually, and the #1 broadleaf weed I see in commercial and residential properties ...
When to Apply Crabgrass Preventer in 2026 (Pre-emergent Timing)
Applying a crabgrass preventer is one of the first steps in any lawn care plan. Crabgrass is a widespread lawn weed and one of the most invasive lawn weeds, too. Without a pre-emergent herbicide and ...
How To Treat Summer Patch Lawn Disease (Turf & Lawn Fungus)
LAWN PHIX PRO TIPS Summer Patch is often mistaken for other lawn diseases – particularly Brown Patch. It shares many characteristics including being a root disease that is most prevalent during hot, wet summer weather. ...
Small Holes in Lawn Overnight (Causes + Pictures)
Finding small holes in your lawn overnight can be frustrating and alarming. These holes not only disrupt the appearance of your yard but may also signal underlying issues like pests or poor soil health. From ...