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Why Push Reel Mowers Are Making A Comeback

admin — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 23:30:59 +0000

With so many people jumping on the eco-friendly train, people are looking for ways that they can reduce their impact on the environment. As our natural resources such as water and oil are slowly depleting, people are realizing that if things are not changed now we will run out of these necessary resources. Many lakes and rivers such as the Columbia river are slowly drying out as more cities and communities require more water to meet their needs. Unless people make a changes now to their lifestyles, it won’t be long until there won’t be enough water to pipe out to those same cities and towns that depend on these rivers as their water source.

One way to help reduce waste of water is to actually remove sod and replace it with garden beds or rock gardens. While this may not be an option for some gardeners, it will reduce watering your lawn. Another way to reduce your environmental impact is to use a push reel mower such as the Fiskars Momentum reel mower that does not consume gas or electricity. Making small changes now whether you change what type of lawn mower you use or replace your grass with a rock garden, will ensure that our natural resources are not depleted.

Why Winter Hasn’t Arrived Yet

admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 05:07:18 +0000

Usually in January we are experiencing the most brutal of weather as temperatures usually are very much below freezing, especially with wind chill factor thrown in. This year however, we are breaking dozens of high temperatures where according to FoxNews, it is in the 1,000′s. If you are looking to go on a ski vacation, you may be disappointed as much of the country is not experiencing much snow fall therefore ski hills may just be grass hills.

Don’t get me wrong, I would much rather have the warmer weather as who really likes freezing cold weather were you have to bundle up just to go outside for a few minutes. With the warmer weather you can actually pull out your Weber gas grill to cook up some steaks and veggies – something that is not usually done in the midst of winter.

While La Nina can probably be blamed for our unseasonable warm winter, you can expect to see winter conditions returning to normal in a few weeks as weather patterns start to move. Enjoy grilling for the next few days before it becomes just a memory!

Why Gardeners Will Never Be Setting Fashion Trends

admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 04:54:56 +0000

When out gardening, having any type of style is for the birds. Most often, you will find gardeners out in their ratty old clothes that they wouldn’t be seen in out in public. Gardening is all about being comfortable so it is no surprise that there isn’t very many stylists opting to create fashion lines for the would-be gardener. If there was a gardening style that many would be clamouring to have, it would be to be decked out in the best gardening tools to help get the job done at hand. Looking for tips on gardening, I have come across many different products that even the most picky gardener would love to accessorize with.

From tools that range from pruners, to girly-rubber boots, there are many items that you can use to perk up a dreary wardrobe that not only help you be more productive but you won’t be embarrassed to be seen with them. When it comes to fashion trends, unfortunately gardeners probably would be at the bottom of the list as trendsetters go – unless you like pink rubber boots!

Giving The Gift That Keeps On Giving

admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 04:27:18 +0000

According to FoxNews, buying pruners such as Felco F2 pruners for your loved ones is one gift that will keep giving way into the future. I personally have had a few different pairs of the Felco pruners and have found them to be one of the best gardening tools that I have purchased. Choosing to give your garden lover gifts that they can use will definitely keep them happy.

What is great about this model of pruners is that they can be taken apart to sharpen as well as oiled for years of use while out and about in the garden. With its trademark red handle you will never have to go looking through your compost pile again when you accidentally scoop them up with your garden clippings. With the right care and handling of your pruners, not only will trimming and pruning your plants and trees be easier but this garden tool will last you for many gardening seasons. No more having to toss out a cheap imitation pair after one gardening season – now you will more than get your money’s worth from these quality pruners.

Why Reducing Our Carbon Footprint Is Important

admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 04:12:21 +0000

When it comes to gardening, I try to reduce my carbon footprint by using pesticide-free fertilizers and making my own compost. Not only do I end up recycling more than 50% of my waste that would have ended up in a landfill, but I also get nutrient-rich compost that I can add to my soil to amend and increase the nutrients for a garden that produces large harvests. I save up kitchen scraps as well as shredding my newspapers which I can then add to my compost pile throughout the year. I find that because I am making a choice to be more environmentally friendly, I also take care to implement other things in my life such as choosing heirloom seeds for my garden that have not been genetically modified right down to switching out my lightbulbs for more energy efficient ones.

Taking small steps when it comes to being green will not only help me reduce my impact on the earth but each small step will lead to less damage created so that we can help leave a better place for our children. By being responsible for what I can do, I am doing my part!