How to Grow and Maintain a Lush Lawn

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Meal

Roasted Cauliflower Steaks:

• Slice cauliflower into thick “steaks,” season, and roast until tender.

• Serve with chimichurri sauce or tahini dressing.

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How to Grow and Maintain a Lush Lawn

Creating a beautiful, green lawn doesn’t have to be complicated.

1. Pick the Right Grass

• Choose cool-season grasses like fescue for cooler climates or warm-season grasses like Bermuda for hot areas.

• Check with local nurseries or research what grows best in your region.

2. Prep the Soil

• Test your soil to check pH levels (ideal is 6.0–7.0) and add nutrients as needed.

• Aerate the soil to loosen it and improve root growth.

3. Water Smartly

• Water deeply, once or twice a week, to encourage strong roots.

• Water in the morning to prevent evaporation and disease.

4. Mow Properly

• Mow high, about 2.5–3 inches, to keep the grass healthy and shade out weeds.

• Keep mower blades sharp for a clean cut.

5. Fertilize and Control Weeds

• Use a balanced fertilizer and apply it seasonally based on grass type.

• Use weed control like pre-emergent herbicides in the spring or pull weeds by hand.

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"Gardening simply does not allow one to be mentally old, because too many hopes and dreams are yet to be realized." – Allan Armitage