A lawn mower has various moving components inside it that require proper lubrication and protection so that it can function correctly under such high temperatures, pressure, and speed. Engine oil provides the mower with the lubrication and rust protection it needs to operate smoothly. Choosing the correct engine oil can be a difficult task as…
Mondo grass, also known as liriope and monkey grass is a groundcover used mostly as a garden border and tree border. Sometimes, it is also used to cover the entire lawn especially in the southern region of the United States or in warmer climates. Mondo grass or monkey grass is usually a very sturdy species…
Plastic lawn netting can be a useful tool not only to prevent soil erosion and help the germination of grass seeds but also to prevent squirrels and other animals from digging holes in the ground. Plastic lawn netting provides the lawn with the support it requires to stay fit. But over time this plastic lawn…
Tenacity is the brand name of the herbicide which contains the chemical called Mesotrione. Mesotrione is based on the naturally occurring compound called Leptospermone which is produced by the Bottlebrush plant or Callistemon citrinus. Tenacity has become a trusted name among gardeners, farmers, and homeowners worldwide because of its effective role in controlling weeds in…
Scag and Dixie Chopper are both famous brand names in the lawnmower industry. Both of these brands have gained fame and goodwill by providing their customers with the best quality mowers at reasonable prices. Although both of these companies occupy the top strata in the market, they have comparable differences between them that every consumer…
PTO or Power Take-Off clutch is a very useful component of a Cub Cadet mower which provides a mechanical disconnect between the power created by the engine and the rotating blades. PTO transmits the energy generated by the engine to the blades which can be controlled by a PTO switch. Various components function together to…
A lawn mower is a very useful tool for gardeners and homeowners worldwide as they can easily keep their yards neat and clean with the help of this amazing piece of equipment. But similar to any other tool or machinery, lawnmowers require regular and annual care and maintenance to improve their performance and longevity. Checklists…
Scalping the lawn means cutting the grass with a low deck setting of the mower to ensure that the grass is cut significantly lower than usual which exposes the stems of the grass. Scalping your lawn after winter is a good practice that encourages grass growth. Overseeding means planting grass seeds directly on the lawn…
Different types of grass on your lawn can not only ruin your yard’s desired aesthetics but can also harm the grass species you want to grow on your yard as different types of grass compete for resources. This can result in patches of grass of different colors, discoloring, empty patches, and an overall disaster for…
The braking system of a mower works to slow down and stop the mower. The braking pads engage with a brake disk to put resistance on it and decrease the speed of the mower. Brake systems are complicated mechanisms with connections to several other components of the mower such as the safety interlock switches, the…