gardening tools
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How to Disinfect Your Pruning Tools (and Why You Should)
As part of your fall gardening checklist, you’ll likely get your tools and equipment ready winter storage. It’s a good idea to wash everything before putting it away, but some tools—like those used for pruning—could also benefit from being disinfected. Here’s what to know. Do I need to disinfect pruning shears? Disease-causing pathogens like bacteria, fungi,…
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Everything You Should Do to Keep Your Lawnmower Running All Summer
Keeping your yard in good shape during the summer and fall can be enough of a battle against weather and weeds — you don’t also need problems with your lawnmower on top of it. But some lawnmower issues can be avoided entirely — and the life of your lawn mower can be extended — if…
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What to Do (and What Not to Do) With Visible Tree Roots in Your Lawn
Although most roots tend to grow (and stay) underground, sometimes those belonging to trees can make their way to the surface. While this isn’t something you necessarily notice out in the woods (unless you’re walking on a trail and happen to trip over some), seeing tree roots emerge from your lawn is a different story.
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Why You Probably Don’t Need to Till Your Garden This Season
As the days get shorter and the temperatures drop, it’s time to start thinking about prepping your garden for winter. Conventional wisdom has it that tilling the soil — digging it up to loosen the structure and break up weeds, either by hand or with a power tiller — should be your first step. But…