Washing your riding lawn mower on a regular basis will keep it running smoothly for many years of service. It’s important to clean the deck, grass box, wheels and drive belt after each use and to give the mower a deep clean before storing for winter. However, riding mowers are not cheap, and the decision …
Cutting the grass on an Hill section of the lawn can be tricky and potentially dangerous. For safe mowing, it is important to use the right equipment and pay attention to safety precautions. Ideally, if your yard is more than 1 foot steep, you should consider alternatives to mowing. In this Article, we will outline …
If you’ve just sowed grass seeds in your lawn, you might be excited to know when you can flaunt a vivacious green lawn. Or, did you just seed empty patches, which is quite common if you’ve removed weeds, mosses recently and are worried when your lawn will look luscious again? Whatever be the case, we’ve …
Choosing between Centipede grass vs St Augustine usually comes down to one question: do you want the easiest possible warm-season lawn, or the thickest, deepest-green lawn that can handle shade and humidity? Both grasses are proven performers across the Southeast, but they thrive under different rules. If you pick the one that fits your yard, …
Does your backyard grass look unhealthy? This is probably because you still haven’t learned how to add potassium to your lawn. Given that potassium is one of the most important nutrients for the soil, together with phosphorus and nitrogen, a lack of the mineral can severely hamper the growth of plants. Luckily for you, there are …
Lawns can be attacked by all kinds of invaders, including insects, fungi and weeds. Some of those weeds can even resemble grass, but they are still unwelcome arrivals since they can damage areas of your lawn or even kill it. At first, grass-like weeds might not be easy to spot, and you may mistake them …
Once you decided to have a lawn, flowerbeds, or a vegetable garden, you will need to invest in a quality irrigation system. And you need to plan a budget for it, whether you choose a sprinkler system or in-ground irrigation. The final bill can show less than $1,000 or drain the last penny from your …
To see the benefit overseeding, you will need to take care of the lawn to ensure the seeds germinate with minimal stress. Mowing is important in maintaining a healthy lawn but only when done at the right time. Mowing immediately after overseeding can damage the seeds, hindering them from germinating. Instead, mowing should be done …
Apart from getting to eat fresh spices or herbs, growing plants have a therapeutic impact on the human mind. The freshly growing herbs are not only pleasing to look at but they also fill your space with a soothing fragrance. If you’re a plant lover but are short on space or do not have a …
The idea of being able to use a snowblower when your home is buried in snow can be quite beneficial, especially as more people have less time and strength to invest in shoveling. Although it’s great to have a machine that picks up all of the snow, you’re also going to need a machine that …
