Lawn and Turf

Lawn and Turf

freshly cut lawn

About

Learn about how to grow and maintain beautiful lawns in Iowa in an environmentally responsible way. Find information on seeding, sodding, watering, weeding, fertilizing, and mowing lawns to keep the yard looking its best.

Tips for Participating in No Mow May

No Mow May is a program to leave your lawn unmown for the month of May to create habitat and food sources for early-season pollinators.  While participating in this seems like a no-brainer, there are some important things to consider before you put the mower away for an entire month.  

Read more

Flowering weeds in lawn By scol22 AdobeStock
prairie planting instead of lawn
mowing lawn

Frequently Asked Questions

Lawn and Turf Experts

Aaron Steil

Aaron Steil

Consumer Horticulture Extension Specialist
Establishing and Maintaining Home Lawns
Weed Management