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How to Stripe Your Lawn Like a Sports Field
As football season starts, many homeowners enjoy striping their lawns like the sports fields on TV. Find out how to do this at home.
Read MoreWhat is Lawn Scalping and How to Prevent It
Lawn scalping cuts grass so that the green leaf cover has been eliminated and the stems are left exposed. Learn how to prevent this.
Read MoreThe Best Grass for Low Maintenance in the Carolinas
For homeowners in the Carolinas, the type of grass that consists of the lowest maintenance is the best option.
Read MoreThe Best Grass for Low Maintenance in Florida
For some Florida homeowners, the grass that consists of the lowest maintenance is the best option. Sod U lists top turfgrass varieties.
Read MoreMowing EMPIRE Turf Zoysiagrass with a Rotary Mower
The ideal mowing height for EMPIRE is between one and two inches, but this does not mean you have to purchase a reel mower when installing EMPIRE sod.
Read MoreHow to Sharpen Your Lawn Mower Blade
Sharpening your lawn mower blades reaps benefits for the overall health of your lawn and reduces significant manual labor for you.
Read MoreLove Your Lawn: Sod University’s Seven Summer Blogs
Find a compilation of our Summer Lawn Maintenance Tips blog and videos to keep your. lawn healthy and thriving all summer long.
Read MoreThe First Mow of the Spring for EMPIRE
One of the most important guidelines for maintaining a healthy EMPIRE Turf lawn is proper mowing. Sod Solutions recommends a buzz-cut in mid-March.
Read MoreLawn Mowing Guide
Learn how to choose the right height for your lawn by grass type, choose the right blade and mow at the right time.
Read MoreReel vs. Rotary Mowers
Learn about the differences between a reel and rotary mower along with the various factors a homeowner may consider.
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