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40th Annual Power Show Ohio

Written by admin on January 19, 2010 – 6:57 pm -

40th Annual Power Show Ohio January 29, 30 & 31, 2010 Ohio Expo Center Columbus, Ohio “40 Shows and Still Going Strong” Power Show Ohio has solutions on display. When it comes to new technology, the greening of the power equipment industry and safety, Power Show Ohio will draw together the innovators and products that will inspire customers. Showcasing a wide variety of power equipment, Power Show Ohio will be a perfect opportunity for full-time farmers, part-time farmers, landscapers, contractors, commercial cutters, municipalities and all equipment users to see and learn just about everything there is to know about power equipment. Power Show Ohio has become an event not to miss for all types of users of all kinds of power equipment.... more


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How to get your lawn ready for winter

Written by admin on September 26, 2009 – 5:42 am -

Winter Lawn Care Tips If you want to make sure that your lawn is healthy and hearty in the spring them, then you need to follow some basic winter lawn care tips not only in the winter time but also in the fall to keep it healthy all year long. Although most lawns seem to be dormant during the late fall and winter season, how you care for your law during this period can make a really big difference when it comes to your lawn's overall health and beauty during the spring and summer months. Below is a look at some of the ideas that will allow you to keep your lawn healthy all year long by properly maintaining it throughout the fall and winter. If you live in an area where regular snowfall is normal, then you are going to want to make sure that... more


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Select the right mower for your lawn

Written by admin on August 17, 2009 – 5:12 pm -

Tips on picking the right mower to keep your lawn trimmed. By Alan J. Heavens, McClatchy Newspapers A lot of people already have taken their lawn mowers out of storage and given them a couple of workouts. How did the mower perform? Is it time to buy another? If it is a gas-powered mower, are you thinking about switching to electric, or to battery power, or an old-fashioned push mower? If it's time to buy a new lawn mower, here are some things to consider, no matter which side of the push/electric/gasoline debate you're on. Chore or joy: Do you enjoy mowing the lawn, or does it become a chore after the first few outings? Would it be worth it to hire the neighbor's kid or to contract with a service? If you like mowing or think that the exercise,... more


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Black & Decker 24-Volt Cordless Electric Mulching Lawn Mower

Written by admin on July 29, 2009 – 4:54 am -

The Black & Decker CMM1200 Cordless Mower provides the freedom of a gas mower with the convenience of an electric mower. It is simple to start and requires no gas, oil or tune-ups. It is ideal for lawn areas typical of up to a 1/3 acre home site. Clean and convenient, the Cordless Electric Mulching Lawn Mower from Black & Decker runs on a dependable 24-volt battery and can mow a 1/3-acre home lot on a single charge. It allows you to eliminate tricky pull starts and tangled extension cords from your lawn care regimen and, as a zero-emissions tool, it's not just easier to use than traditional gas mowers, it's an environmentally friendly choice. Easy to Use and Easy on the Environment The CMM1200 is designed to simplify lawn care. Just... more


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How to grow a green lawn organically

Written by admin on July 22, 2009 – 5:27 am -

Organic lawn care tips: How to grow a green lawn organically You don't have to use chemicals to get a lush, green lawn. Scott Meyer, editor of Organic Gardening discusses tips to get a great lawn without harmful chemicals.  Read More →


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Best Luxury Lawn Mower

Written by admin on June 30, 2009 – 5:22 am -

The review below is a synthesis of reviews conducted by ConsumerSearch.com, an independent research firm. They compile the results from multiple sources such as Consumer Reports, Consumer Digest, Amazon, Smart Money and others and synthesize the results to draw their conclusions. Best Luxury Lawn Mower Honda HRX217K2HMA *Est. $900 It's expensive, but reviews praise this top-ranked Honda self-propelled gas mower for both mulching and bagging grass clippings. Instead of choosing one or the other mode, you can set the mower to bag a certain percentageof clippings. This electric-start lawn mower meets even California's strict standards for emissions, and it's available in the other 49 states as well. The mower carries a three-year warranty and has... more


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Best Budget Self-propelled Lawn Mower

Written by admin on June 30, 2009 – 5:19 am -

The review below is a synthesis of reviews conducted by ConsumerSearch.com, an independent research firm. They compile the results from multiple sources such as Consumer Reports, Consumer Digest, Amazon, Smart Money and others and synthesize the results to draw their conclusions. Toro Recycler 20333 *Est. $400 In comparison reviews, experts say that the Toro Recycler 20333 does pretty much everything well, from mulching to bagging and side-discharging clippings. You can even do a little of both, switching back and forth frombagging to mulching with the flip of a switch. A blade brake means you can pause mowing briefly without cutting the engine. Owners say the recoil start generally starts on the first pull (Toro even guarantees this for three... more


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Best Gas Walk Behind Mower

Written by admin on June 30, 2009 – 5:08 am -

The reviews below are a synthesis of reviews conducted by ConsumerSearch.com, an independent research firm. They compile the results from multiple sources such as Consumer Reports, Consumer Digest, Amazon, Smart Money and others and synthesize the results to draw their conclusions. Best Gas Push Mower Craftsman 38905 *Est. $225 If you can get by with a push mower (instead of self-propelled), the Craftsman 38905 is a good blend of performance and value. This model can mulch, side discharge or bag clippings (bag included), but in comparison … reviews, it mulches and bags better than it side-discharges. This Craftsman mower gets especially good reviews for its recoil start, which owners say almost always fires up on the first pull. The 38905... more


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Lawn Mower Reviews

Written by admin on June 22, 2009 – 9:32 pm -

The reviews below are a synthesis of reviews conducted by ConsumerSearch.com, an independent research firm. They compile the results from multiple sources such as Consumer Reports, Consumer Digest, Amazon, Smart Money and others and synthesize the results to draw their conclusions.   Best Gas Push Mower Craftsman 38905 *Est. $225 If you can get by with a push mower (instead of self-propelled), the Craftsman 38905 is a good blend of performance and value. This model can mulch, side discharge or bag clippings (bag included), but in comparison … reviews, it mulches and bags better than it side-discharges. This Craftsman mower gets especially good reviews for its recoil start, which owners say almost always fires up on the first pull. The 38905... more


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How to Choose Lawn Mowers

Written by admin on May 19, 2009 – 5:30 am -

Regular mowing is as vital to a healthy lawn as watering, fertilizing, and weeding. A bumper crop of easier-starting mowers and wider-cutting tractors is trimming some of the work from this weekly ritual. Most gas-powered mowers we tested now start with just one pull of the rope, and some $400 models now offer electric starting for another $40 or so. Corded electrics cut more capably than before, and cordless versions run longer per charge courtesy of better batteries. You’ll also find lower-priced zero-turn-radius riding mowers, which use rear-wheel steering for tight turns. Cleaner gas engines are on the way as well. Despite the good news, some new designs and claims came up short in our weeks of tests over nearly 400,000 square feet of... more


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