When Should I Stop Mowing for the Year?

We all enjoy a good-looking lawn. By November, however, most homeowners can't wait to put the lawnmower away and take a break from cutting the grass. But giving up on...

What Are Lawn Sweepers?

Mowing is a regular part of homeowners' woes, but it doesn't stop there. Once you've finished, you have a blanket of grass clippings to deal with. Figuring out what to...

9 Healthy Gardening Tips to Improve Your Well Being

I love gardening, even though it can be a lot of work sometimes. Not only does my garden help beautify my property, but it lets me grow my own fresh fruits and veggies....

The History of Lawns and Lawn Mowers

Once upon a time, centuries ago, lawns were maintained by sheep, goats, and other grazing animals that kept grass short by snacking on it throughout the day. Wait, you...

Should I Sharpen or Replace My Lawn Mower Blades?

For the homeowner or property owner who’s been looking forward to green summer grass, the sight of brown spots on the lawn can be worse than a sudden crop of...

Lawn Recovery

By the time July rolls around, we've usually spent a lot of time in our yards with our trusty lawn mowers. However, summer cookouts, play dates for the kids, and...

Mowing Wet Grass

It’s been raining for days, and your yard is starting to look like the Everglades. You know that mowing wet grass isn’t a good idea, but you catch a one-day break in...

How Short Should I Mow My Grass?

As a homeowner, you have a lot of areas around the house you need to maintain. None is probably more obvious than your lawn. And unless you're going for the natural,...

Lawn Mower Maintenance Lifts

For most people, performing maintenance on a walk-behind lawn mower is a piece of cake. Simply take a few safety precautions (such as disconnecting the spark plug),...