Some thatch is good, but too much can lead to disease and prevent nutrients from reaching the roots. Here's how and when to dethatch your lawn for healthy grass.

Large trees often develop surface roots that can damage sidewalks, mower blades, and tree health. Mulch 2–3 inches deep to cover roots safely and reduce maintenance without harming the tree. Never cut ...

Q: Is there anything that I can do about tree roots in our lawn that are at the surface? If I dig them out would it damage the tree? We have to mow over them because of where the tree is located, but ...

Dethatching your lawn removes the layer of plant material from the soil to allow more nutrients in. However, the grass needs TLC after to handle the shock.