Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 13 minutes ago

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Spring is officially here, but before you head out to the lawn, there are a few critical mistakes that could cost you the entire season. In today's video, we’re breaking down the most common lawn care blunders—from dull mower blades and un-tuned equipment to the "hidden" mistakes like putting down seed too early or ignoring your vegetable garden soil.
We’ll cover:
Why a mower tune-up is non-negotiable for a healthy cut.
The science of soil prep for both your lawn and your garden.
Irrigation checks: Don't wait for a drought to find a leak.
Timing your seeding and pre-emergents correctly.

⏱️ Chapters:
0:00 Dog Visit Cold Open
0:58 Use the Lawn Guides
1:58 Order Fertilizer Early
2:55 March Weather Swing
3:55 PGF with Pre-Emergent
4:53 Brown Tips & Blade Wear
5:49 Replacing Ego Blades
6:50 Winterized Engine Start Tips
8:50 Bad at Equipment Maintenance
10:41 Soil pH Way Off
11:38 Warm-Season Seeding Focus
12:40 Keep Grass Short After Seed
14:32 Hot Compost Pile Check
15:39 Razor Blade Robot Problem
19:36 Irrigation Adjustment Mistake