The Tools You Need For a Beautiful Lawn

Less than 200 years ago, grass was trimmed using a scythe. And most people didn’t see the need to cut the grass back then. Lawn care has come a long way since then. When it comes to proper maintenance of your patch of grass, there is a huge assortment of lawn and garden tools that will make the job so much easier.

A lawnmower is simply essential if grass is a component of your landscaping. It might be difficult to understand that your grass actually has to be hacked off in order to remain in good condition, but it’s true. A lawnmower will likely be your most expensive purchase when it comes to lawn care. But if you tend to it well, it will provide you with many years of good service.

Unfortunately, a lawnmower alone won’t keep your yard trim. A lawn trimmer is required for those awkward spaces. You might choose to use the traditional hand operated model that looks like a giant pair of scissors. The other option is an electric device that uses a plastic string to chop off grass and weeds. The string spins at ultra high speeds and is very powerful, so be careful when using it.

A spreader is also an invaluable tool to have around. These will help you to evenly distribute things like grass seed, weed killer and fertilizer that will keep your lawn looking its best. Some spreaders look like a tub on wheels. They have small holes that distribute the product as you push it along. Alternatively, you can get a hand held unit. This is most often a boxy plastic cup that, when you turn its handle, empties its contents onto the lawn below. They’re more suitable for applying products to small areas.

You’ll also need a rake in order to scoop up all the leaves on the ground in the fall. If left untouched, the leaves will almost certainly do harm to your lawn during the winter months. Once the snow melts in the spring, you’ll find that the grass has become smothered and parched by the presence of the leaves.

Even if you raked up the leaves in the fall, you’ll still find that your grass has become matted over the winter months. This makes it difficult for air, water and other nutritional requirements to reach the earth. Your rake will come in handy once again to straighten up your lawn.

It’s practically impossible to tend to your yard without a shovel. A narrow shovel is useful for removing small patches of weeds. Larger square or rounded shovels will also be required if you’re digging up plants, moving around soil and for any number of other jobs.

Purchase the highest quality equipment you can and take good care of it. Tending to your lawn will be considerably more pleasurable. And you’re certain to make all the neighbors jealous.


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January 19, 2009 | Filed Under Home Improvement

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