Core aeration is an important maintenance task for maintaining a lawn and I prefer it over power raking. A power rake is a machine with rotating tines that mechanically lift and remove thatch, which ...

Which thatching rake is best for fall lawn care? Most people can identify a thatched roof. However, when asked to point out thatch on their lawn, many would be baffled, even though it looks very ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you prefer to remove fallen leaves from your yard—the case to leave them be is certainly an argument ...

Dethatching is an essential part of lawn maintenance. About half an inch of thatch is good for the grass because it can stabilize the soil temperature and prevent it from drying out too quickly. But ...

After testing six dethatching rakes, our top choice was the Ames 15″ Adjustable Thatch Rake. It’s effective at removing thatch, affordable, and built to last. Ahead, discover how the other models we ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." To help you get the job done, we've rounded up the best gardening tools for the job, including metal, ...

Autumn leaves are falling, which means pumpkins, donuts, and lattes are available at your favorite morning pit stop. And if you own a home, it probably means your weekends now include that annual rite ...

“I would like my lawn to look better this year. Should I start the growing season off by both power raking and core aerating?” I recommend using core aeration as an annual practice for lawns instead ...

If you're dealing with uneven spots in your yard, you might be wondering if a lawn leveling rake is really necessary or if another tool will do the job. Many homeowners try to fix dips and low spots ...

Every fall, trees throw their own version of a ticker-tape parade, and like clockwork, we’re the lucky ones who get to clean up the confetti. Leaves everywhere -- on the lawn, in the flower beds, and ...

Lawn care is important for any homeowner. And most people don’t realize that it’s beneficial to thatch their lawn to keep their grass fresh. However, a thatching rake is different from other types of ...