Mulching a lawn with grass clippings might not have crossed your mind before as something you could be doing, but it has the potential to be a real game-changer in terms of the health of your lawn.
If you’re like me, you’ve probably spent a Saturday morning mowing the lawn, sweating buckets, and wondering what to do with all those grass clippings. I used to bag ‘em up and toss ‘em out, but a ...
Q. What is your opinion of using grass clippings for mulch in the garden? I have access to abundant amounts, but hear conflicting opinions about whether this is a good practice. — G. Lowe, Hampton A.
CORVALLIS – If your goal is a nice lawn, leave clippings on the grass when you mow. It’s easier, feeds the grass and leads to a better-looking and healthier lawn. Unless you’ve let the lawn grow ...
Following the principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping is a great way to have a healthy landscape without harming the environment. Today’s topic is the fourth principle, mulch. Adding mulch around ...
I just bought a new home after living in an apartment for many years and would like some advice on how to pick a good mower for a mid-sized, low-maintenance bluegrass lawn. — Dan Wallace, Gurnee There ...
A lawn mower with side discharge mowing down long grass - Hanna Taniukevich/Shutterstock It's important that you're using the right mower for your grass, and picking ...
A battery-powered mower or tractor is a good green choice because it’s powered by electricity, not gasoline. It’s an even better green choice when it capably mulches—that is, cuts your grass clippings ...