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Trimming And Edging Mechanically Compared With Herbicides
herbicide drift

There are two ways to trim and edge turfgrass around sidewalks, flower beds, trees, buildings, etc. You can trim the turfgrass mechanically with a string trimmer and/or an edger, or you can use a non-selective herbicide such as glyphosate (Roundup® and similar chemicals).

String Trimmer Safety And Maintenance
string trimmer

As with any power tool, string trimmers are capable of causing injury if not used in a safe manner. String trimmers will last much longer and give more trouble-free service if used and maintained properly.

Selecting And Using A String Trimmer
curved shaft string trimmer

A string trimmer is a useful addition to almost any gardener’s toolshed.

Selection And Use Of Hedge Trimmers
electric hedge trimmer

Hedge trimmers are perhaps not as popular now as a few years ago. Many people now realize that it is healthier for plants to be selectively pruned rather than sheared. Nevertheless, there are some situations where shearing plants to shape is appropriate. A hedge trimmer is usually the best tool for the job.

Turf Edgers
stick edger
Turfgrasses grow fast and aggressively in the South. If not edged back regularly, Southern turf will grow right over sidewalks, driveways, flower beds, etc.
Use of a Rotary Garden Tiller
deep tillage with rotary tiller
Whether you buy, rent or borrow a tiller, you will find that it has a wide range of uses. It can be a general purpose garden tool.
Selecting a Rotary Garden Tiller
hand-held rotary tiller
The right rotary tiller can make the job of gardening much easier, but if you choose the wrong tiller for the job, it can make your job more difficult.
Rotary Tiller Safety and Maintenance
air filter
To get the best performance and longevity from your tiller you need to properly maintain it. You also need to be aware of some of the dangers involved in using a tiller, and take steps to protect yourself and others.
Low Cost Zero Turning Radius Mowers For Home Lawns
low cost ZTR mower
ZTR mowers have taken over the commercial riding mower market. In the past, there were few low-cost models available to homeowners, but this has changed. Low-cost homeowner models are now available from several companies.
Ergonomics of Garden Tools and Equipment
Factors such as price, performance and durability are important considerations in choosing garden tools and power equipment, but if a tool or machine is uncomfortable or awkward to use, you will regret buying it. The interaction between you and the tool or machine is called ergonomics.
How To Choose a Lawn/Garden Tractor - Cost and Life
Two questions of interest to prospective purchasers are: How much do riding mowers and small tractors in the various classes cost and how long can I expect one to last?
Collecting Lawn and Garden Tractors - A Growing Hobby
Collecting antique garden tractors is a rapidly growing hobby, requiring less room and less expense than collecting antique farm tractors.
Metric Units on Lawn and Garden Equipment
Some grounds maintenance equipment is designed with metric components. This has some ramifications for service and parts.
Recommendations for Optimal Use of a Garden Seeder
plate with blocked cells
A seeder can be a tremendous aid in planting a vegetable garden. With it, you can stand and walk along the row pushing a seeder instead of having to make a furrow with a hoe, going back along the row bent over dropping seeds, and then covering and packing the row.
2010 Get It Growing Calendar