When the topic of yard work comes up, opinions tend to be divided. Some people view it as a necessary chore, while others consider it a pleasant way to spend their free time.
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Simple Pleasures and Hard Work: Reflections on a Teenage Lawn Care Business
As a teenager, I started my own lawn care business, and learned a few things along the way that have stuck with me to this day. Here are some lessons I learned
Five Reasons to Keep your Lawn Mowed
Mowing your lawn can be a time-consuming task, but it’s an important aspect of maintaining a healthy and attractive lawn. Five good reasons to…
Lawnmower: Quick Guide to Selecting the Perfect Mower for Your Lawn
Buying a new lawnmower is an exciting experience, and with so many advancements in technology and design, there’s never been a better time to upgrade your mowing game.
Five Tips to Get More Joy from Mowing and Yard Work!
Mowing the lawn and doing yard work can be a therapeutic and satisfying experience if you approach it with the right mindset. Here are some tips to help you get the most joy…
Craftsman
The Craftsman brand was introduced in 1927 with their first lawnmower available in 1934. In 1953 the first Craftsman riding mowers became a hit in America’s suburbs
Getting Ready for Mowing Season
Getting ready for the spring mowing season is an exciting time every year! But – make sure your lawn mower is in good working order before you get it out cutting. Here are some important tips to help yo…
Love My Mower Photo Contest
Simply upload a photo of your mower and answer the question – Why I Love My Mower? Whether it’s a new or vintage model, has a nickname, or has been in your family for years, we want to hear your story…
Experience Your Local Outdoor Power Equipment Dealer
If you are a seasoned lawn care professional or a first-time homeowner looking for quality outdoor power equipment (OPE), your best bet is to visit your local OPE dealer.
Wheel Horse
Wheel Horse started in 1946 in Elmer Pond’s two-car garage in South Bend, Indiana. Pond began building two-wheel, self-propelled “Walk-Away” …
Tips on how and when to mow your lawn
The act of mowing your lawn can be very satisfying. The sense of accomplishment after spending a few hours mowing on a weekend is well worth the effort.
Ford Lawn and Garden Tractors
Ford provided a range of lawn and garden tractors to their farm machinery dealers, although Ford did not build their own lawn equipment
Panzer Copar
The story of the Copar Panzer tractor goes back to a hot summer day in 1953, when James A. Clark was trying to put the lawn around his new home…
Moto-Mower Company
In 1919 Edwin George founded the Moto-Mower Company in Detroit, Michigan. In 1953 the company was acquired by the Detroit Harvester Company.
How To – Drooping Plants
Those hydrangea bushes you planted in your garden looked great in the spring, but a heavy rainstorm or two, and maybe strong winds have caused some of the branches to droop or fall over entirely.
Summer Series — Lawn Care and Disease
Summer is a time when homeowners find themselves dealing with lawn care problems created by diseases. One way to keep lawns healthy is by implementing a smart disease management plan.