which will thicken up the lawn. The growth and thatch removed can be added to the compost heap. Aerate the soil at least once every three years, especially in September when the soil is moist.

By Bruce Spangenberg While lawn care maintenance schedules are blank in January, now is a wonderful time to plan how to ...

You can add organic matter to soil by adding compost, chopped up leaves, grass clippings and organic mulches, or by planting cover crops.

While our lawns may be taking a rest during the winter, experts say there are a few things you can do to promote a healthy and green lawn in the spring.

One gushed: "I always used this method and collect the crush leaf to do compost ... What's more, a layer of grass or leaf clippings can aid soil moisture. This helps to keep the lawn nice and ...