AUSTIN, Texas (June 13, 2024) – LawnStarter, the largest national network of lawn mowing pros, is more than doubling the markets it serves across the U.S. The lawn care and outdoor services provider operating in more than 2,572 cities in 120 markets…
2024’s Best Cities for Single Dads
Which cities are best for juggling the many responsibilities that come with being a single father? To mark Father’s Day on June 16, LawnStarter ranked 2024’s Best Cities for Single Dads. We compared the 500 biggest U.S. cities based on 8 categories.…
When to Fertilize Your Bay Area Lawn
The best time to fertilize cool-season grass in the Bay Area is from March to May and September to October. For warm-season grass, the best time is from May to June and September to October. Like any living thing, grass needs nourishment…
When to Water Your Lawn in Boulder
Water your Boulder lawn in the morning or evening and more frequently in the high heat of summer. Beyond that, pay attention to factors like sun exposure, the type of grass, and even the slope of your yard when determining the best…
Month-to-Month Lawn Care Guide for Kansas
If you’re struggling to keep your lawn thick and green month after month in the ever-changing Kansas weather, you’re not alone. Between scorching summers and icy winters, maintaining a picture-perfect lawn in Kansas can feel like a never-ending battle. Luckily, we’ve got…
5 Best Grass Types for Harrisburg
Cool-season grasses like Kentucky bluegrass, fine fescue, tall fescue, and perennial ryegrass grow best in Harrisburg. However, the southernmost part of Pennsylvania is in the transition zone, meaning warm-season grasses like Zoysia can grow here, too. Harrisburg experiences four seasons, so lawns…
10 Father’s Day Gifts for Lawn Care Nuts
When Dad sees himself as the Lawn Ranger, what do you get him for Father’s Day? Father’s Day gifts for lawn care nuts range from the practical to the hysterical. Let’s start with the practical: 1. The Gift of Lawn Care Let’s…
2024’s Best Cities for Naked Biking
Where can you bike ride in the buff and stay on the right side of the law? As the World Naked Bike Ride kicks off in cities this month, LawnStarter ranked 2024’s Best Cities for Naked Biking. We compared the 500 biggest…
2024’s Counties Most at Risk for Flooding
Which parts of the U.S. are most vulnerable to flood damage? To mark the start of flood season (June to Nov.), LawnStarter ranked 2024’s Counties Most at Risk for Flooding. We compared over 940 counties with a relatively moderate to very high…
How to Care for New Sod (5 Tips)
A fresh layer of sod requires as much hydration as a marathon runner. How to care for new sod? Water the lawn for two weeks and delay mowing, aeration, and fertilizer until the sod develops a healthy root system. Laying sod provides…
2024’s Most Hurricane-Vulnerable Counties
Which U.S. counties are most likely to be impacted by hurricanes? With a hectic hurricane season forecasted for this summer, LawnStarter ranked 2024’s Most Hurricane-Vulnerable Counties. We considered hurricane risk assessments and anticipated financial loss from hurricanes according to the Federal Emergency…
Lawn Care Tips for Charleston, WV
Watering at the right time, good mowing practices and seasonal fertilizing are some good lawn care tips for Charleston to keep your grass green and healthy. But there’s a little more to it than just setting up a sprinkler and running the…