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What type of lawn mower is right for you?

Written by admin on April 3, 2011 – 6:46 pm -

The video below, from Consumer Reports should be helpful in deciding which lawn mower is right for you. Consumer Reports has tested 50 lawn mowers, both gas and electric, and can help you buy the right one for your yard.  Read 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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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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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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