Why should I aerate my lawn ?
So winter is over and you look out your window at your lawn. So should I bother aerating my lawn? What is aerating and why should I do it? Aerating is the process of inserting holes in your lawn for better water absorption, nutrient absorption, root development, and helping the process of eliminating thatch. The problem starts when the top four inches of soil becomes extremely hard and compact. Like when you stuff a bag to make more room. Eventually you run out of room and there is no place else for the trash to go. Well this is working on the same concept of compaction. The water and...
Read MoreSmall engine winterize tips
Winterize your small engine for a easy Spring start. If you live in Canada, chances are you wont be using your lawn mower or hedge trimmer for at least 5 months. Clean-up If you have a pressure washer feel free to use it but, BE CAREFUL, dont spray it into sensitive engine parts or componets. Take care that you do not force dirt and water into bearings that were not designed to withstand that kind of pressure. The high pressure spray will also wash away any lubricant that it hits. After a good cleaning it would not hurt to oil the steel metal. Inspect Next step is to inspect the deck, deck...
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