If you’re like most American homeowners, you’re hoping to maintain a lush, even yard full of healthy grass. But you likely know that there are plenty of things that threaten that dream: namely, weeds.

Stubborn weeds are the bane of a beautiful lawn. Yet, although it’s pretty stubborn, clover (aka Trifolium repens) is actually beneficial. It brings nitrogen into the soil and encourages grass growth ...

Grass may seem like an obvious choice for a yard covering but it’s actually a modern-ish norm. The idea of a domestic manicured grass lawn was imported in the early 18th century from France and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." But does that mean you should rip out your traditional lawn right now? There's plenty to consider first ...