Orlando D asked:

I live in Delaware and I have a shady backyard surrounded by a couple of large trees. Now that spring is coming I would like to start taking care of the grass in back and front yard.

Question posted courtesy of: Gail

Smokeater asked:

We moved into an established residence 6 months ago (although the lawn has not been cared for for a couple of years). The lawn is in horrible shape, and literally looks like a dandelion garden. Last week, I applied weed and feed (Hi-Yield) with a broadcast spreader at the recommended setting. The weather is atypical of a midwest spring..warm days, with early afternoon/evening thunderstorms. Since the application. I’ve seen absolutely no improvement..on the contrary, they seem to be even more abundant. My question…is it too soon to see results, did I apply too soon, do I need to take more measures…what are you opinions/suggestions? Thanks!
In answer to questions/comments. I’m just north of Cincinnati, and I put down the w/f when I was sure I had at least 2 rain-free days forthcoming. I’ve ALWAYS used Scotts in the past, and been happy with the results…I listened to a poor source this time. I know, if it ain’t broke, etc, etc, etc!

Question posted courtesy of: Steve

mario g asked:

example: winter 10-10-10 fall 15-3-3 or 10-3-3 spring 25-2-3. what do they mean so that i can use the right ones to solve my lawn care problems.

Question posted courtesy of: Clifford

carolina n asked:

We received a electric lawn mower as a gift (it’s a second hand mower) my husband has been using it for several months. The only way he can use it without cutting the electrical cord is pushing and pulling the mower with one hand while pulling, pushing, picking the cord with the other. I think it takes double the time cutting the lawn with this machine….is there a tip that you can give us? maybe something we don’t know, like a retractable electrical cord…I don’t know….something that you can use to be able to push the machine with both hands

Question posted courtesy of: Jose

Dr. Knowitall asked:

merry christmas this is a wonderful poem for you all written by clement clarke moore and i would like this christmas message to be sent to you and your friends. tell me if you like it or not??

‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there;
The children were nestled all snug in their beds,
While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads;
And mamma in her ’kerchief, and I in my cap,
Had just settled our brains for a long winter’s nap,
When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter,
I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter.
Away to the window I flew like a flash,
Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash.
The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow
Gave the lustre of mid-day to objects below,
When, what to my wondering eyes should appear,
But a miniature sleigh, and eight tiny reindeer,
With a little old driver, so lively and quick,
I knew in a moment it must be St. Nick.
More rapid than eagles his coursers they came,
And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name;
“Now, Dasher! now, Dancer! now, Prancer and Vixen!
On, Comet! on, Cupid! on, Donder and Blitzen!
To the top of the porch! to the top of the wall!
Now dash away! dash away! dash away all!”
As dry leaves that before the wild hurricane fly,
When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky;
So up to the house-top the coursers they flew,
With the sleigh full of Toys, and St. Nicholas too.
And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof
The prancing and pawing of each little hoof.
As I drew in my head, and was turning around,
Down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a bound.
He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot,
And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot;
A bundle of Toys he had flung on his back,
And he looked like a pedler just opening his pack.
His eyes—how they twinkled! his dimples how merry!
His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry!
His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow
And the beard of his chin was as white as the snow;
The stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth,
And the smoke it encircled his head like a wreath;
He had a broad face and a little round belly,
That shook when he laughed, like a bowlful of jelly.
He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf,
And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself;
A wink of his eye and a twist of his head,
Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread;
He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work,
And filled all the stockings; then turned with a jerk,
And laying his finger aside of his nose,
And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose;
He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle,
And away they all flew like the down of a thistle,
But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out of sight,
“Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good-night.”

Question posted courtesy of: Vincent

laura seeks the Kwisatz Haderach asked:

A Visit from St. Nicholas
by Clement Clarke Moore

‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there;
The children were nestled all snug in their beds,
While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads;
And mamma in her ‘kerchief, and I in my cap,
Had just settled our brains for a long winter’s nap,
When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter,
I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter.
Away to the window I flew like a flash,
Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash.
The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow
Gave the lustre of mid-day to objects below,
When, what to my wondering eyes should appear,
But a miniature sleigh, and eight tiny reindeer,
With a little old driver, so lively and quick,
I knew in a moment it must be St. Nick.
More rapid than eagles his coursers they came,
And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name;
“Now, Dasher! now, Dancer! now, Prancer and Vixen!
On, Comet! on, Cupid! on, Donder and Blitzen!
To the top of the porch! to the top of the wall!
Now dash away! dash away! dash away all!”
As dry leaves that before the wild hurricane fly,
When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky;
So up to the house-top the coursers they flew,
With the sleigh full of Toys, and St. Nicholas too.
And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof
The prancing and pawing of each little hoof.
As I drew in my head, and was turning around,
Down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a bound.
He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot,
And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot;
A bundle of Toys he had flung on his back,
And he looked like a peddler just opening his pack.
His eyes — how they twinkled! his dimples how merry!
His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry!
His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow
And the beard of his chin was as white as the snow;
The stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth,
And the smoke it encircled his head like a wreath;
He had a broad face and a little round belly,
That shook when he laughed, like a bowlful of jelly.
He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf,
And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself;
A wink of his eye and a twist of his head,
Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread;
He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work,
And filled all the stockings; then turned with a jerk,
And laying his finger aside of his nose,
And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose;
He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle,
And away they all flew like the down of a thistle,
But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out of sight,
“Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good-night.”

Question posted courtesy of: Steve

SB1976 asked:

I’m looking for an attachment that will safely allow me to cut about a 45 degree ditchbank with my Troy bilt lawn mower, or something that would prevent rollovers.

Question posted courtesy of: Mildred

mrshowell06 asked:

My husband brought a $200 lawn mower and already having problems. Should he spent more or is that the average amount to pay for one?

Question posted courtesy of: Florence

Joe asked:

Last year, I bought a house in St. Louis, MO and the previous owners did absolutely besides mowing the area a few times a year. So, as a result, I have an average size fenced back yard (approx 3500 sq ft) that is about 90% dirt with a giant tulip tree in the center of the yard. The tulip tree is about 60-70 feet tall and during the spring and summer covers most of the area. I also have a large dog, so I would need something that can withhold a dog running all over the place. In early spring, I plan on tilling the entire yard and starting from scratch. What type of grass do you recommend for a highly shaded area that also gets a decent amount of traffic? I also would like something that grows fast, if possible. If not, would it be possible to start off with a grass that grows relatively fast, then reseed with something else that will survive in the shade?

I’ve never done extensive lawn care before, so any help with what kind of equipment and supplies I need would also be helpful.

Question posted courtesy of: Leslie

shahaly asked:

We just bought a home in north Dallas, Texas and the aside from the laws, everything is pretty good. The old owners didn’t take care of the lawns at all.

The grass is really really dry — at the point of being between white and brown.

So my questions are:

1. What kind of fertilizer should I use and when should I use it? The average temperature these days is around 70 degrees.

2. How many times / how often should I apply the fertilizer?

3. How many times should I water the lawn?

4. Would it be better to get the grass replated? However, I want to streer clear of high charges.

I really want the lawn to look amazing come spring, so any suggestions would be helpful.

Question posted courtesy of: Adam