Are you thinking of starting a lawn or changing your lawn grass, and you are having difficulty deciding between perennial ryegrass and tall fescue? Both are tough turf grown in cool climates and transition areas. However, they have notable differences, such as shade tolerance, wear tolerance, and soil type preference which are helpful in making a choice. …
Riding Lawn Mower Won’t Start After Running (How to Fix?)
If you have a large lawn to cut, owning a good sit-on mower is more than just a pleasant luxury, it’s a necessity. Beyond a certain size of lawn, it is no longer feasible to mow with a traditional push mower, but a sit-on version will let you finish the job in no time. However, …
How Often to Change Lawn Mower Oil?
When you buy a new mower, one of the essential questions is how often you need to change the oil. In general, every model comes with a manual where you can check the best timing for this action, but I can tell you that most of them need the oil changed after every twenty to fifty …
How to Keep Birds from Eating Grass Seed – 10 Safe Ways
Starting a new lawn is not for the fainthearted; it comes with many challenges. For grass seed to germinate successfully, you need to prepare the soil adequately, water the seeded lawn thoroughly, and protect the seed from birds and extreme weather conditions. Birds are beautiful creatures but are not welcome in a newly seeded law. …
7 Easy Steps to Mow Tall Grass
Have you let your lawn overgrow? Are you dreading bringing out your mower to attempt what seems like a tough job of tackling the tall grass? Grass that is more than 20 inches is considered too tall and you need to do something about it before your once beautiful lawn turns into an unmanageable bush. …
Lawn Mower Won’t Start After Sitting All Winter (Storage & Fix Tips)
Lawnmowers are notorious for not starting after being stored for long, and rightfully so! After all, it’s just a machine designed to cut grass. And, when it doesn’t get to do its job when stored during the off-seasons, various other factors come into play, which might result in your mower not starting the next spring. …
How to Tell if Grass Seed is Germinating (Ideal Requirements)
Germination is the initial growth process when the seed absorbs enough moisture to start sprouting. Grass seed will germinate in 3 to 4 weeks if the soil conditions are favorable. The seed germination process requires three basic conditions: air, warmth and moisture. Light is also necessary once the seed has germinated. The germination rate of …
The Secret Guide to the Kawasaki FX1000V Oil Type You Should Know
What oil does a Kawasaki FX1000V use? Kawasaki recommends using 10W-40 and 10W-30 for this engine in both low and high temperatures. Selecting the right type of oil for your Kawasaki FX1000V can vary depending on the temperature in your region. In this case, you should consider a few things before selecting engine oil for your Kawasaki FX series …
Dethatch or Aerate First? Proper Order Explained
To maintain a healthy lawn, you need to water the lawn, fertilize it, and mow it. However, even with this regular maintenance, the grass may start to thin and display other signs of nutrient deficiency and under-watering. When the lawn displays the above symptoms, the roots are not getting sufficient nutrients and water. To rectify …
Is Peat Moss Good for Grass? (When and How to Use)
Peat moss is mined from decomposed sphagnum moss which is present underwater in peat bogs. Many gardeners use it to amend soil but are not sure if it’s beneficial to grass. So, is peat moss good for grass? Yes, peat moss is beneficial to grass in several ways. It helps soil to retain moisture and …