A lawnmower is not the smallest garden appliance and finding a place to store this grass-eating machine can be a bit of a challenge if you are short on space. What alternative lawnmower storage options are there if you do not have a shed or another suitable storage space? Lawnmowers can be stored outside in…
If you are tired of the uniform green of your lawn, you may consider giving it a little pizazz by striping your lawn. Have you ever wondered how large sports stadiums achieve the striping effect on their lawns? We are about to give you insider secrets on how to do this on your own lawn…
A few days ago, I asked my son to help me to mow the lawn. I was faced with a predicament when it was brought to my attention that there was insufficient lawnmower oil. It was then that the question arose, can you use car oil in a lawnmower? While is possible to use car…
How do you know when to start cutting your grass before winter? And when does grass stop growing as it gets colder? Many factors go into choosing when to cut your lawn, and one of the most important cuts you will do all year is the last mow of the season before winter. Cutting your…
The height at which you cut your grass is one of the most important factors when it comes to the overall health and appearance of your lawn. In general, the best height to cut grass is around 2 to 4 inches tall. With that said, many factors should be considered when determining the best height…
If you want to keep a healthy green lawn all mowing season long, it’s essential to sharpen your lawn mower blades as soon as they become dull. Mowing the lawn with a sharp mower blade not only ensures that your grass is more resistant to disease and stress, but also eases the mowing process on…
Whether it’s your first time mowing the lawn, or you’re using a type of lawn mower that you aren’t familiar with, getting the mower started can be an intimidating task. Even though there are some minor differences in mower operation model-to-model, the same technique can be used to get the majority of lawn mowers started…
Oil is a vital component required for your lawn mower to run smoothly. Without a sufficient amount of oil, the inner workings of the mower are left vulnerable to overheating, as well as becoming damaged from dirt and debris. It’s essential to pick the right kind of oil for your specific mower to ensure that…
It can be an alarming sight when you fire up your mower and instead of running smoothly, it starts billowing smoke – especially if it starts sputtering and stalling too. While it’s understandable that your immediate reaction may be to panic, very often the source of a smoking lawn mower or engine is an innocuous…
Mowing the lawn regularly is an essential part of any gardener’s annual lawn care routine. Along with a proper watering and fertilization schedule, regular lawn mowing can help to keep your grass looking clean, green, and healthy. With that said, overzealous mowing can lead to the grass being cut too short, which then leaves your…
