Lawn Care
Why Lawns?
There’s more to lawns than mowing. Lawns are an important part of our landscape. Nearly every Illinoisan owns, maintains, recreates, or uses a lawn for various activities. This website is designed to provide best management practices and current research on lawn care to help you make the decisions for your lawn. Let University of Illinois Extension help you get the lawn you desire.
While commercial marketing campaigns may market an ideal lawn, no two lawns are the same, and it is okay to be different depending on the conditions of your site, budget, your local rules and regulations, and your aesthetics. Whether you want to control dandelions or embrace them, Illinois Extension is here to help guide you toward your perfect lawn.
Grow the Perfect Lawn
Preparation is everything when planning your new lawn.
Choosing the right grass Planting a new lawn Preparing the soil and site Understanding new trends in lawn care
Now that's it's planted, how do you maintain a healthy lawn.
Maintaining healthy lawns Choosing lawn care services Fertilizing your lawn Mowing your lawn Watering your lawn Maintaining lawn equipment Maintaining your mower
Avoid these common lawn problems.
Grubs Fairy rings and mushrooms Thatch Violets Crabgrass Creeping Charlie Moss Patch Disease Rust Managing Lawns During Drought Managing Shady Lawns Managing Weeds Preventing Winter Damage
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