The key to achieving a clean, even placement of a lawn lies in the preparation of the site on which the grass is to grow on: no rubble, no protruding large stones, no holes or crevices on the ground that may twist one’s ankle, hide tiny objects, even creatures, that inadvertently roll onto lawn grass, [...]
Looking for ways to come up with a durable, more lasting lawn? Consider lawn seeding. Lawn seeding ensures that grass on your lawn are deeply rooted and will withstand the wear and tear that most lawns are subjected to.
Although seeding a lawn takes and awful lot of time to do, it is definitely a lot [...]
What type of lawn mower will he have? Electric or petrol? Rotary or blades?
I am a retired college teaching professor, who has taken over raking leaves. Now want to go to cutting grass on lawn. The lawn is straight and small in front. In the back there really is not much grass. The lawn is more the crabgrass type. Even with the greatest [...]
Many people feel that the grass is always greener on the other side, but what if for you it is literally true? It can be frustrating to look across the street and see your neighbor’s green grass practically glowing in the sunlight. You may be taking care of your grass and wonder [...]
I have a Craftsman TS1000 riding lawn mower and my son ran over a large rock that damaged one of the two blades. After replacing the damaged blade, the lawn mower cuts unevenly. I put the lawn mower on a level surface and can see that the mower deck is uneven, but I [...]
I’ve had very limited success with hover-mowers, and metal bladed rotary mowers.
I’ve never tried a cylinder mower, but I suspect it would be better able to handle the tough conditions of my back garden.
Anyone have any thoughts on this?
The industry in general landscaping is a wonderful activity. They create beautiful landscapes, install trees, shrubs, plants and flowers. This reinforces our environment and beautify our homes. There are a number of things about the industry that is negating all the work they are doing right. Mowing the lawn is a big part of [...]
Check "A mind, the bizarre story of the lawn – and a warm tribute to the lawnmower 'The Times' This book is absolutely hilarious. Brilliantly written, a minor classic. A gem. 'The field "Even those without green fingers will find hymn Tom Fort horticulture fun. "The cultural history Evening Standard 'best' Country Life Grasses and [...]
If you keep your lawnmower blades clean, sharp and well lubricated it will extend the life of your mower, make your lawn look better and make it easier to cut.
Remember the average rotary blade turns at around 2500 RPM, yet even at this speed if your blades are dull and chipped – you won’t get [...]