When the winter months are in full swing and your lawn looks less than lush, it’s tempting to start planning for greener days. But is January the right time to sprinkle grass seed and jumpstart your ...

If you haven't yet seen the recently released varieties of Blackout grass seeds, they're being promoted as producing the darkest green lawn you've ever seen. These blends have been created by ...

Fast-growing grass seeds that germinate in as little as five days can bring lush color to your yard in a few weeks. We spoke to lawn care experts to help you find out the best fast-growing grass seeds ...

Even the best-laid grass seeds won’t produce a lush green lawn if they’re the wrong kind for your soil and climate. In Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, your best bet is a blend of Kentucky ...

For the grass seed industry, spotting weed seeds and other unwanted interlopers among thousands of grass seeds is as tedious as it is necessary. Samples of grass seed are repeatedly analyzed by ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Lawn make-over It’s been a tough summer season on lawns — little rain and outdoor activities can compact and stress the lawn. Not to mention dealing with ...

Bermuda grass, both the common and named-seed grown varieties, grows quickly and is the most reliable grass to establish from seeds. (Thom Scott) QUESTION: I have an area of my yard that slopes down ...

If your lawn is thin or in bad shape, you may wonder when to plant grass seed. You can start a new lawn, fix bare patches, or invigorate an existing lawn by planting grass seed. The best time to plant ...