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Transform your lawn or garden
Transform your lawn or garden

Articles & how-to guides

How to Safely Use Wasp Spray and Hornet Spray

How to Safely Use Wasp Spray and Hornet Spray

Learn how to safely protect your home from these aggressive pests
6 Leaf Cleanup Tips

6 Leaf Cleanup Tips

Easy ways to ensure you maintain a tidy and healthy lawn this fall
How to Choose the Best Garden Hose

How to Choose the Best Garden Hose

Pick the right hose to keep your lawn and garden looking fresh all season long
How to Siphon Gas with a Pump: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Siphon Gas with a Pump: A Step-by-Step Guide

This useful skill can help you out in a number of emergency situations
4 Benefits of Organic Pest Control

4 Benefits of Organic Pest Control

Play it safe and keep your garden free of critters and chemicals

Lawn & Garden Supply Tools

Are you looking to start a garden or improve your curb appeal? Bring your yard back to life with landscaping and gardening! Whether you are starting a vegetable garden, planting trees, or just raking up leaves, Do it Best has all the lawn and garden equipment you need for any project or season. 

Backyard Garden Equipment 

To start and maintain a garden, you’ll need equipment like flower pots, planters and accessories, wheelbarrows and carts, and lawn and garden tools. Before you start, check out these 5 Ideas for a Cool Looking Backyard

Why should you start a garden?

Starting a garden is not easy, but once you have the right equipment it can be a rewarding hobby. Spending time outdoors helps lower stress and can be great exercise! Gardening is a simple way to make any outdoor space more colorful and lively. 

What do you need to start a garden? 

The first step of starting a garden is deciding what you’d like to grow. Whether you want to start a vegetable garden or plant flowers, Do it Best has a wide selection of Seeds and Bulbs to choose from.

Once you decide what you want to grow, choose a location in your yard to start the garden. Take a look at Before You Dig for tips on how to choose a safe location. 

Next, prepare the location you chose to start your garden. Do it Best has everything you need to prepare your yard from soils and soil conditioners to Hoes & Weeders

Now that your location is prepped and ready, you can begin planting! Find the garden hand tools, forks & cultivators, and pruning and trimming tools you need at Do it Best. 

DIY Lawn & Garden Equipment

Do you want to upgrade your outdoor space with a backyard fountain and pond? Follow this step-by-step guide. Do it Best has all the Pond Accessories & Supplies you need including pond lighting, pumps, containers, and liners!  

Try projects like adding a garden walkway, installing a garden fence, and building a raised plant bed to take your garden to the next level. 

Best Lawn Equipment 

Maintaining a well-kept lawn can be hard work. Do it Best makes it as easy as possible. Whether you need grass seed to start a lawn, garden hoses to water it, or a lawn mower to cut it, we have the best selection for you. 

Fall Lawn Equipment  

When the weather starts to get colder, it is important to prepare your lawn for the change. When leaves build up they cover your grass preventing sunlight from reaching your lawn and allowing disease to fester preventing any further growth. Make sure to rake your leaves using a Do it Best leaf rake

Winter Yard equipment 

Cold winter months make it difficult to maintain your yard. Do it Best has shovels, salt, and snow tools to help prepare you for any amount of snow.  

Lawn and Garden Frequently Asked Questions 

How often should I mow my lawn? 

On average, mowing your lawn once a week should be enough to keep it healthy. Weekly mowing helps your grass grow thicker and prevents weed growth. 

How often should I water my grass?

Your lawn needs 1 to 1.5 inches of water every week. Too much water and too little water can be damaging. On average, it takes 30 minutes per half an inch of water. Watering your lawn for about 20 minutes three times a week will keep your grass healthy. 

Do I need to use fertilizer on my lawn? 

Yes, generally you should fertilize your lawn at least twice a year. Fertilizer gives your lawn the necessary nutrients for growth. 

When is the best time to fertilize? 

The best time to fertilize your lawn is in early spring when the soil temperature reaches 55º degrees Fahrenheit. 

Should I use mulch on my lawn? 

Mulch improves the quality of soil and protects your lawn from weeds.