When's the last time you checked under the "hood" of your lawn? Thatch, the layer of organic debris under the lawn's surface, is a normal component of a healthy lawn, but if it gets too thick, it can ...

If you're serious about your lawn, you'll want to purchase a good dethatcher and aerator, and Ryobi's model seems like a good ...

Dethatching your lawn has numerous benefits. But if you’re not sure what dethatching is or how to do it, you may be wondering if it’s really worth all the effort. To shed light on dethatching, lawn ...

Dethatching your lawn is important to allow nutrients, air, and water to properly reach the soil and, consequently, prevent ...

Thin, patchy spots in your lawn are never a good sign, but they can pop up, even when you're taking proper care of your lawn. In some cases, dry or spongy patches indicate that your lawn needs ...

Dethatching is the process of removing thatch from the lawn. Thatch is a combination of organic and inorganic matter that builds up over the topmost layer of your grass. It generally consists of ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. Mr. Fix It Lou Manfredini joins WGN Morning ...

Several common fall lawn tasks can hurt your lawn instead of helping it. These tasks weaken roots, smother grass, and encourage mold and pests. Instead, focus on aeration, dethatching, overseeding, ...