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Best Height of Cut Gauge for Reel Mowers
A height of cut gauge is a useful tool to have. There are DIY options that can be explored, including tools like a tape measure and a steel bar. More on DIY options can be found on the Dallas Lawn Guy YouTube channel but in this article, we will be focused on products you can…
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Best 4 Gallon Battery Backpack Sprayers
After testing several of the most popular battery-powered backpack sprayers, I found that price is not always a good predictor of performance. Some of the cheapest models offered surprisingly strong feature sets, while several premium models lacked features I now consider essential. For this review, I focused on factors that affect real-world use: Best Backpack…
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Best Riding Reel Mowers for Bermudagrass
Unlike walk reel mowers which are available by residential brands, riding reel mowers are purely made for commercial applications. Brands like John Deere, Toro and Jacobsen lead the riding reel mower industry. The build on these reels are similar to the walk mowers and so when it comes to things like bed knife hardest, Toro…
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PPE For Lawn Care
Personal protective equipment protects against debris, chemicals, noise, sun exposure, and injuries during lawn care tasks. Here are a few things I wear: Eyewear I wear safety glasses when using my string trimmer or edger. The brand I wear is Husqvarna. Earwear I wear hearing protection from Harbor Freight. They are only $3.99 so I…
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Tahoma 31 Bermuda Grass
Tahoma 31 is one of the more popular premium cultivars of bermuda grass currently. It is equal in many aspects to TifTuf bermuda grass, and is scored equal in NTEP tests. It is more popular than other premium cutivars like Iron Cutter but more affordable than TifEagle. The data from the Tahoma 31 broshures of…
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Moles
Moles can be destructive to a lawn. The build tunnels a few inches below the soil, and are easily detectible by raised grass. They prefer well-maintained lawns like yours with. If you water regularly, keep your grass thick, top dress with compost, etc, the ecosystem will invite moles. Sometimes moles suggests grubs, but they don’t…
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Most Popular Varieties of Bermuda Grass
If you’re curious what cultivars are the most popular, here’s the 2024 data. It’s clear Tifway 419 and common are the most popular but Celebration, TifTuf and Tahoma 31 still make up almost half the market. Tifway 419 Tifway 419 is the most widely planted hybrid Bermuda grass in the world and has been the…
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How To Clean The Carburetor on Toro Greensmaster 1000
To clean the carburetor on a Kawasaki FE120G, you’ll need some basic tools, carburetor cleaner, and a bit of patience. Here’s a step-by-step guide: Tools and Materials: Steps: Tips:
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Adjusting pH
Soil pH plays a crucial role in the health and growth of your Bermuda grass, as it affects nutrient availability and overall soil conditions. Bermuda grass thrives in soil with a pH range of 5.8 to 7.0. When soil pH deviates from this optimal range, nutrient uptake can become impaired, leading to various growth issues.…
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Top Lawn Care and Landscaping Influencers
Maintaining a lush, green lawn is an art and science, and who better to learn from than the experts who share their knowledge on YouTube? Here’s a rundown of some top lawn care influencers who can help you achieve the perfect lawn. 1. Bermuda Grass Central YouTube Channel: Bermuda Grass Central Overview: Bermuda Grass Central,…
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