Lawn care, like a lot of house chores, is sometimes fun, sometimes a pain, and sometimes outsourced. A lovely lawn will increase your home's curb appeal and value, and make the time you spend outdoors a bit more enjoyable. If you don't mind the maintenance, this article's for you, but if it's the bane of your existence, hiring a lawn care service or recruiting a neighborhood kid can make this frustration disappear.

What makes a lawn perfect?

“Perfection” for your lawn is: a rich, green color; weed free; thick and healthy grass; and no patches of dirt showing. Achieve these four things and you have a perfect lawn.

Grass types

There are lots of varieties of grass, Zoysia, Bermuda, Pampas and St. Augustine to name a few. The best choice of grass for you to plant depends on where you live and the look you are trying to achieve. Read up on the grasses sold in your area. Ask questions of the local nursery salespeople. The internet is loaded with up to date information and there are chat lines and blogs that can really help give you the information you need to pick the right grass.

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