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Rachio Smart Yard Week

What Is a Smart Yard?

Author nameSarah Menz
There's some real potential for smart yard products to automate tasks, save you time, and even save you water!
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Your Yard & Summer Heat Stress

Author nameSarah Menz
During extreme heat, watering the right amount becomes especially critical in order to minimize plant stress
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Testing your soil

Author nameSarah Menz
Should you test your soil? Gardeners and plant health experts are big proponents of soil testing. After all, how can you really know what your plants need if your soil characteristics are a mystery?
soaker hose in garden bed
So you're looking to upgrade your garden and make watering easier and more efficient. Not sure where to start? You might want to take a closer look at your hose!
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Mulch is the unsung hero of the landscaping world. It helps conserve water, protects your plants, fights weeds, manages soil temperature, and so much more!
vegetable garden with onions and other plants
Find out when to plant your garden based on last frost date and more
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Outdoor Spring Prep Checklist

Author nameSarah Menz
Every yard is unique, and spring is the time to take a step back and assess what you need to help your yard flourish this year.
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Why Start Seeds Indoors?

Author nameSarah Menz
Start plants indoors (from seed!) in early spring so you can transplant to your garden for summer
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Why native plants are so important to the environment, and ways you can start planting these flowers in your very own garden.
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Lawn Smarts: Controlling Weeds

Author nameSarah Menz
No matter the type of weed, these little infiltrators are talented at finding opportunities to insert themselves in your soil.
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Lawn Smarts: Overseeding

Author nameSarah Menz
Overseeding is a quick and easy way to improve your lawn’s thickness, repair dead spots, and improve the quality of your outdoor space.