A bit of thatch isn’t always a bad thing. That layer of material at the base of your lawn, living and dead, helps the grass retain water and restore nutrients to the soil. Left unchecked, though, it ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Decayed grass blades and stems—known as thatch—can prevent your lawn from absorbing the water and oxygen ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If your lawn isn’t as lush or vibrant as it should be, built-up thatch is likely the problem. This layer ...