Lawn maintenance can depend on how upkept you want your lawn to appear. Not everyone cares about lawn appearance, and that’s okay. But, if you do care about your lawn’s appearance, knowing how to maintain it can feel overwhelming.

First and foremost, you should consider testing the soil in your lawn. Lawn Love says, “Experts recommend having your soil tested in a laboratory every three years so you can get to know your soil.” There are also DIY soil tests you can do at home to help you understand the basic nutritional levels of your soil. The four most common soil types include clay, sandy, silty, and loamy. There can also be combinations of these. Soil tests can tell you about your soil’s fertility, salt levels, and organic matter percentage. The more you know about your lawn’s soil, t

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