Austin Lawn Care & Landscaping Tips

Expert advice from the Grass Works Austin team — seasonal guides, grass type comparisons, watering schedules, and native plant recommendations for Central Texas homeowners.

Sprinklers and Irrigation

7 Benefits of an Irrigation System for Your Lawn

Irrigation systems take a load off your shoulders and make it easier to achieve the lawn of your dreams. Here are seven benefits of an irrigation system for your lawn…

Landscaping, Lawn Care

When is the Best Time to Put Down Mulch in Central Texas?

Knowing when to add mulch and what type of mulch to use in Central Texas can help you maintain a more beautiful lawn….

Native Plants

9 Native Plants & Flowers That Grow Well in Texas

When answering the question, “What flowers grow well in Texas?” It’s important to consider the USDA Hardiness Zone Map. Most of Texas falls in zones 7, 8, or 9….

Grass

When to Fertilize Bermuda Grass & Other Grass Types in Texas

If Bermuda grass covers your lawn, it’s essential to learn the best time to fertilize and how to choose the right fertilizer for your lawn’s needs….

Lawn Care

How & When to Winterize Your Lawn in Texas

Every homeowner should complete essential tasks to winterize their lawn, whether they take on the job or hire a pro….

Fall Lawn Care

Fall Yard Cleanup Checklist: 9 Tips for Your Fall Seasonal Lawn Care in Texas

Your lawn needs year-round TLC to ensure that it looks its best. Follow these 9 tips to learn how to effectively clean up your yard in the fall….

Grass

What is Top Dressing? The Benefits, & How To For Your Yard

What is top dressing? By learning more about the uses and benefits of top dressing, you can help your lawn without getting involved in a more extensive process….

Grass

How and When to Apply Post-Emergent to Your Lawn in Texas

You may find some relief if you know when to apply post-emergent to your lawn in Texas. But what is a post-emergent herbicide, and how does it help your lawn?…

Grass

How to Revive St. Augustine Grass: 4 Tips to Bring Back Your Lawn

Is your St. Augustine grass turning brown and dying? Many homeowners are wondering how to revive St. Augustine grass….

Grass

How Often Should You Mow Your Lawn in Texas?

When it comes to mowing your lawn, it’s a bit like paying taxes — it’s ongoing! But How Often Should You Mow Your Lawn in Texas? Let’s take a look!…

Grass, Sprinklers and Irrigation

When to Stop Watering Your Lawn in Texas

When to stop watering lawn in Texas: In the end, we want to find a happy medium between a healthy lawn and good environmental stewardship….

Garden, Grass, mulch

Mulching In Texas: What You Need to Know

Mulching in Texas is important to help control weeds, preserves soil moisture and improves the quality of the soil for your plants….