The Mowing Life
Discover captivating stories, practical tips, and expert advice
Welcome to The Mowing Life! Our team at Joy of Mowing is dedicated to bringing you original articles that offer a unique glimpse into the world of lawn care and mowing. Explore captivating stories, gain practical tips, and enjoy entertaining features that will enrich your lawn care journey. Let the adventure begin!
Spring Gardening Tips
With spring upon us, the dormant plants of winter are ready to burst into bloom. But there are some things you can be doing right now to set your garden up for maximum growth and vibrant color
Getting Your Lawn Ready for Spring
The last of the cold, gray days are giving way to warm, sunny weather. People in short sleeves are emerging from their winter hibernation, eager to take tail-wagging dogs for a neighborhood walk
Your Stories and Photos Bring Us Joy!
There are photos to chronicle a generation of a family, or to capture a telling detail about specific time or place in America. Maybe you have such pictures to share.
Rebuilding Lawnmowers — Brandon Harris
Brandon Harris of Woodbury, Tenn., like many outdoor power equipment enthusiasts, has turned rebuilding lawn mowers and other machines into a hobby. But unlike others who share his passion, Brandon takes a unique approach to each machine he works on.
Local lawn equipment dealers succeed with an attention to detail
Outdoor power equipment dealers and lawn care businesses, deeply connected to their communities, committed to providing expert service and maintenance, wanting to help customers with personal attention to even the smallest detail.
Lawn Care Maintenance – Your Questions Answered
We turned to Chrissie Segars, a Ph.D. turfgrass specialist for tips on basic lawn maintenance questions. Chrissie specializes in educating communities on all things lawn care and best practices for the environment, backed up by scientific research.
Lawn Care Mistakes and Myths
In our continuing series of articles on lawn care maintenance, we asked Chrissie Segars, a Ph.D. turfgrass specialist and professor at Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Dallas, to give us her expertise to help homeowners
Mow Quotes: A Little Lawn Care Inspiration
“There, gleaming in the glow, was that ten-horsepower rotary engine under a seat. A key glistening in the ignition. I imagine the top speed for that old mower was five miles per hour.”
Choosing the right mower: commercial vs. residential lawnmowers
Visit your local independent dealer and you’ll find lawnmowers in various sizes and price ranges, categorized as commercial or residential machines. What is the difference?