Guides

26 guides from Lawn Scan.

• How many grubs in a lawn are too many

  This guide explains the damage threshold for grubs, how to check your lawn and what to do if you find too many grubs. It covers simple inspection steps, common symptoms and practical turf care actions you can take to limit damage.

• How much water does a new lawn need

  A new lawn needs regular, measured watering to help seed germinate and young grass establish strong roots. This guide explains how much water, how often to water, and how to adjust for soil and weather.

• How often should you water a lawn

  Watering frequency depends on soil, grass type and weather. The goal is to give enough water to keep turf healthy without encouraging shallow roots or disease. Below are clear, practical rules you can follow for a typical established lawn.

• How often to mow a lawn in summer

  Mow often enough to keep the grass healthy and avoid scalping: in active growth you should mow on a regular weekly cycle and follow the one‑third rule to protect the turf and soil.

• How often to water new grass seed

  New grass seed needs frequent, light watering until seedlings root into the soil. Follow simple signs and a consistent routine to avoid washout, weeds, or patches.

• How short should you cut your grass

  Cutting height affects root health, water loss, weed pressure and turf color. Follow simple rules on how much to remove each mow and what final height to keep.

• How to aerate a lawn

  Aeration reduces soil compaction so grass roots get more air, water and fertilizer. This page explains when to aerate, which method to use, step-by-step actions, and simple aftercare.

• How to care for a Bahia grass lawn

  Bahia grass is a durable turf option that requires straightforward care. This guide explains how to mow, water, fertilize, repair, and manage weeds so your lawn stays healthy.

• How to care for a Bermuda grass lawn

  Bermuda grass makes a durable warm-season turf but needs specific care. This guide explains how to establish, maintain, and troubleshoot Bermuda so your lawn stays dense, green, and resilient through spring and summer growth.

• How to care for a centipede grass lawn

  Centipede grass is a low-maintenance, slow-growing turf that needs specific mowing, watering, and nutrient care to stay healthy. This guide explains how to plant, mow, water, and fertilize a centipede lawn and how to spot common problems like weeds, yellowing, or dormancy.

• How to care for a Kentucky bluegrass lawn

  Kentucky bluegrass forms a dense, cool-season turf. This guide covers mowing, water, soil care, seeding and common problems so you can keep the grass healthy and green.

• How to care for a St. Augustine grass lawn

  Practical steps to keep St. Augustine turf healthy: mowing, watering, soil care, weed control and seasonal notes for steady green growth and fewer problems.

• How to care for a tall fescue lawn

  Tall fescue is a cool-season grass suited to many yards. This guide explains mowing, watering, fertilize and basic turf care in clear, usable steps so you can keep your grass healthy without guesswork.

• How to care for a zoysia grass lawn

  Zoysia grass responds well to consistent, simple care: correct mowing, deep watering when needed, and targeted fertilize and weed control for a dense turf. This guide explains practical steps to keep a zoysia lawn healthy and to avoid common problems like thinning, yellowing, or extended dormancy.

• How to choose grass seed for shade

  Picking the right grass seed for shady spots starts with knowing how much light you have and how the soil drains. This guide walks through assessing shade, choosing species, planting, and care so the new turf can establish under low light.

• How to control crabgrass in a lawn

  Crabgrass can open bare patches and compete with your turf. This guide explains how to identify crabgrass and the practical, nontechnical steps to prevent, remove, and repair infestations so your lawn stays dense and healthy.

• How to fix bare patches in grass

  A clear, practical step by step approach to repair bare patches in your lawn and restore even turf using seed, soil care and sensible watering.

• How to get rid of clover in a lawn

  Practical steps to reduce or eliminate clover (Trifolium repens: white clover). Clover thrives in low nitrogen lawns. Follow the cultural, mechanical, and spot-treatment steps below to restore turf and encourage grass to fill thin or yellow areas.

• How to get rid of moss in a lawn

  This page shows how to diagnose moss, remove it, and restore grass and turf with concrete steps you can follow. It covers causes, mechanical and cultural fixes, reseeding, and basic ongoing care.

• How to identify chinch bug damage in turf

  This guide explains how to spot chinch bug injury, tell it apart from drought or disease, and what to do next for your lawn and grass.

• How to identify lawn weeds by leaf shape

  Leaf shape is the quickest way to separate the most common lawn weeds. This guide explains what to look for on the leaf itself, simple field checks you can do with your hands, and next steps for care and control.

• How to improve clay soil for grass

  Clay soil compacts, holds water and limits root growth. This guide shows practical steps to loosen clay, reduce weeds, and get healthier lawn and turf without guesswork.

• Is my grass dead or dormant?

  When grass looks brown or thin it can be hard to tell whether the turf is dead or simply dormant. This guide lists clear signs to check, simple tests you can do yourself, and practical steps to revive living turf.

• Should you leave grass clippings on the lawn

  Leaving clippings on the lawn is a common choice. This page explains when to leave them, when to remove them, and how to mow so clippings help turf health without creating problems.

• When Should You Fertilize a Lawn

  Fertilizing at the right time helps grass grow strong and resist weeds and stress. This guide explains when turf is actively growing, when to avoid fertilizer, how much to apply, and how to put it down and water it in.

• Why is my grass turning yellow

  Yellowing grass is a common lawn problem. This page lists the most likely causes, step-by-step checks you can do, and clear fixes you can apply to bring turf back to green health.