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I take pride in my lawn. Weeds are unacceptable.
Show us your glorious lawn!
Picture of my go - to weed remover as well.
Just clip the top of the grass when you cut. Nice healthy longer grass will suffocate the weeds and don't forget to water early in the morning.
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Quoted from Yelobird:I mulch sticks, rocks, or whatever is in front of the mower. Not sure I have ever sharpened the blades in 9 years. If its green its lawn to me. Not one of my favorite jobs...
Same. Bought the Honda mower about 9 years ago and don't think I have ever changed the oil. She starts on the first pull and the grass cuts so thats as far as my effort goes lol.
Don't cut mulch or rocks. Use a weed wacker.
Should be at least 40 volt. Black and decker 40 volt is my go to.
Quoted from Yelobird:I mulch sticks, rocks, or whatever is in front of the mower. Not sure I have ever sharpened the blades in 9 years. If its green its lawn to me. Not one of my favorite jobs...
Same. Bought the Honda mower about 9 years ago and don't think I have ever changed the oil. She starts on the first pull and the grass cuts so thats as far as my effort goes lol.
OIL CHANGE IS URGENT. Also your filter is probably a disaster.
Quoted from Xenon75:My mower has an engine that requires no oil change, just add if needed... kinda odd to me but they warranty it for that usage.
Impossible! Likely your oil chamber is empty, that’s a slogan. Check your oil.
Quoted from chad:I am in need of new wheels myself. It is worn to the point where you see a white line, kinda like on a vehicle tire. My Toro , I finally found out the year. 1987 !
Very happy with my toro no air tires. I apologize, the wheels And deck require a clean.
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Should be at least 40 volt. Black and decker 40 volt is my go to.
I’m sorry this would keep me up at night. Not impressed.
Quoted from chad:I am in need of new wheels myself. It is worn to the point where you see a white line, kinda like on a vehicle tire. My Toro , I finally found out the year. 1987 !
your lucky ! You get to pick out new lawn mower tires! Be patient , check your options. Do your research. Some guys have all the luck.
8" plastic wheels oem $30 each. Looking at The Home Depot for a close match, hopefully cheaper.
Pricey but I would do it.
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No consideration to painting the foundation brick? That concerns me.
Quoted from metallik:My front lawn is a giant clover patch. The honeybees love it. I see no reason to kill it off. Just have to pick off the occasional carpenter bee.
Your not worthy to be on this thread anymore. Sorry.
Yea thought about it but that's where my dogs go to dig holes and lay in the dirt. I don't mind the weeds. Some of them are actually pretty cool looking
Weeds are not cool. Lattice with a trap door for the dogs.
Quoted from Dayhuff:Great topic. Here's my story. We moved into this house in Dec 1999 so being winter time we didn't see much of the yard what with the snow and quite frankly didn't care, we were just happy to have a huge house and the basement was all mine.
Come spring 2000 I got my first look at the dead lawn with giant oaks that continued to ruin the grass for the next 18 years with leaves and sticks that never stopped making a mess until I finally said I'd had it and we had 13 trees taken out in the fall of 2017, stumps and all. Next it was time for underground sprinklers to be installed the following spring, forty yards of topsoil dirt brought in, seeded it all and it's starting to look pretty decent now. I can now say that we went from having the worst looking lawn on the street to being in the top four in my opinion. It's still got a ways to go but it's filling in pretty good over all and is a huge improvement over what it was for years.
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What a dramatic change...well done!
Don’t mean to pick but..whats with the Dead patches in front and to the right of the tree? (4th pic scrolled down from top)
Quoted from boscokid:I bought a Honda HRX217 when we moved into current house in 2011, embarrassed to say this is the first year I did a full tune up and new blades.
Dayhuff - that is impressive, doesn't even look like the same house
Wow...your also not worthy.
Quoted from gdonovan:Been like that since '94, owner doesn't seem concerned about it.
Nonetheless beautiful property
Quoted from DBLM:We are getting there. Last year we pulled up 4 dump truck loads of rocks and pavers and put down 30 yards of dirt. The entire hill was dirt before we seeded. Have overseesed again recently. Have some bare spots going down the hill and dense shade, so it will take some time.
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Looks like you are cutting too Low. Please raise your blade an inch.
Quoted from KongDonkey:I’m finally getting there, this was literally asphalt and gravel 2 years ago.
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To have that turned around in 2 years is very impressive. Looks awesome.
Quoted from TTARider:Just bought 10 acres 2 weeks ago... Takes a while to cut it
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Your blade needs lifting. Clearly You are not a “lawn man”. Get it together or get off this thread !
Quoted from JayDee:Oops, I grabbed the grass killer instead of the fertilizer again Actually, it’s not my lawn. This was down the street from a job I’m working on. I’d probably need therapy if I did this to my own lawn
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Might find a pyramid if that lawn is dug up! Terrible.
I Do not believe in diagonal cuts. North south , then east west. Never diagonal., it causes stress to the grass.
5 adults and 2 teenage boys live in that house and not 1 bothers to tend the lawn???
Also Pics of a festering low growing weed that's spreading fast on my front lawn. Not good. Anyone recognise this?
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Pics of the oil? Also "not that dirty" dirty oil is what it is. How is the oil level?
Quoted from Xenon75:Because it isn't true
It is true
Quoted from Xenon75:Like I just said it is right at the top of the fill line on the dip stick. The oil is a light golden color currently.
It is this motor - https://www.briggsandstratton.com/na/en_us/campaigns/just-check-and-add/ace.html
That's good ..Just saying oil is your engines blood and the air filter it's lungs.
Ooooh look at me! That's what diagonal cuts say to me. Its not recommended in a standard family oriented community. Take your obscure grass cut and move to hills!
Quoted from Phat_Jay:Take care of your equipment, and it’ll take care of you.
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What a beauty!
Non bag. Don't believe in bags if your lawn is well maintained. Grass clippings are good for the lawn. I use a mulch blade certain times of the year.
Another tip
for the people that use companies to tend their lawn. Always be courteous , offer water and stand in view of the Gardner at all times . You will see an immediate improvement. According to my dad.
Quoted from Phat_Jay:Thx! I mow on the side at work. Mowing their lawn paid for it in one summer. Now every yr i can get a stern pro for doing the same work.
Wife is very impressed with you! Said good for him ..totally agreed.
Quoted from Pinz19:Just thought I’d share my 15 acre lawn in Western Australia
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Too bad a Lawn of the year candidate ...but please explain ..is that a dirt bike track in the back of picture ? If so ...that's ok
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Best thing I see is your awesome dog. cut short and patchy lawn.
Quoted from RyanStl:How important is edging the sidewalk? I have an edger that I used to intall an invisible dog fence. I tried on the sidewalk and it was just throwing sparks and didn't work well for intended use. I just hit the edge with my weed eater.
Depends on the cougar traffic that walks by your property
Quoted from cdnpinbacon:the grass Edging should always be angled as well.As I see,. Very impressed!
Quoted from mbwalker:The lady (and her hub) at the rural post office has one of these:
Not sure of the exact model number. It runs everyday since it can't plow thru the thick stuff, so it only cuts a little bit off everyday.
I actually drove by her house to check out her yard, not too shabby. I remember watching videos about it, rather cool.
https://www.husqvarna.com/us/robotic-lawn-mowers/
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2.4 inches seems a little low for max height?
Quoted from eagle18:I have 130 acres of turf to maintain on a daily basis.
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Looks beautiful! seed of choice?
Quoted from cdnpinbacon:Looks beautiful ...seed of choice?
Quoted from Tazdingo:Hopefully the snow is finished for the year. It is finally warming up, the water temp will be low 80s by the 4th of July.
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Gorgeous. Nice cut.
Quoted from Coindork:I have a typical Arizona lawn.
On a side note, there are lots of used lawnmowers on Craigslist out here from all the out of state people that move here bringing their lawnmowers with them thinking they might need it.
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Honestly I think the look is awesome. Really suits the landscape. Nice compression and even driveway work.
Quoted from wtatumjr:Here's my lawn. I use a Billy Goat power seeder.
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You are obviously serious about your lawn. Well done and welcome to the thread.
Quoted from wtatumjr:Here's my lawn. I use a Billy Goat power seeder.
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Imagine foot prints knowing you were smart enough to wear baseball cleats cutting your lawn?...I don't see evidence of cleatage on the foot prints .my only knock.
Quoted from wtatumjr:Thanks! I'm retired with nothing to do.
Why the diagonal action on the lower right side?
At 10 PM est. I will be showing a pic of the holy grail of Lawn collectibles!
Would Consider trading for a Flash Gordon pinball machine. Seller pays shipping.
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Beauty home and Lawn!
..add shutters to windows? decoration ones are available.
Quoted from loneacer:Eat your heart out!
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Topsoil , seed, water and up your blade by an inch should fix.
Quoted from eagle18:Y’all have to water in Canada?
And beer too !
Quoted from mbwalker:Wouldn't the blade rotation be the deciding factor? i.e. If the blade is rotating CW relative to N/S or E/W, what difference does it make on the direction of mowing?
Just to clarify (and like I mentioned earlier), I mow in different directions to minimize tire ruts.
Just all in fun to be honest ..doesn't really matter as long as it's cut and you like the way it looks.
Quoted from SkinnyFats:Emerald zoysia and a Tru-Cut
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Gorgeous lawn. Congrats!
Quoted from chad:Way too dry to cut for the time being.
What's with Colorado river system drying up now at 38% or so capacity? Pics are sobering.
Quoted from Mopar:This is my back back lawn, and the next time the pressure washer's out,
she needs a little rinsing, but dollar for dollar, I'll tell Ya.
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Your property is gorgeous!
Quoted from fooflighter:I hate St. Augustine but it can look nice when it's not suffering from Drought, Chinch bugs, Brown patch, dollar leaf spot, grubs, overwatering, and weeds
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I see your lawn is cut high. Well done.
Quoted from Phbooms:Love your pool setup. Was it a kit or drop in shell by chance that you could send me some info on or was it a local company that built it by hand? We are getting ready to put one in and yours is basicly what we are looking to do.
Funny you mention we want a pool but waiting list Is 2021-22
Amazing pics. ill take a pic later of the spot I'm looking at for pool I'm close to the lake and water table low
Quoted from mbwalker:A couple of things I do for weeds:
1) 2, 4-D: It's my 'go to' weed killer, but I just spot spray, so I don't mind using it. Occasionally, I might use a hose-end sprayer or a 15 gal tank to hit areas that gets out of control by the woods (haven't done it for years). Plus I don't like putting weed killer down in areas that don't have weeds (don't want to burden the bluegrass unnecessarily).
2) I mentioned Tenacity earlier in the thread (post #165) which kills weeds by stopping photosynthesis (weed turns white and dies). It can take care of some weeds 2,4-D doesn't attack (like Johnson grass - i.e. what I would call 'barnyard' grass). Catch is it takes WEEKS to work in some cases, likely needs a second coat 2 weeks later, and is expensive (but not really in the long run since you barely use any for a gallon of water). Very impressive stuff and you can even seed in the same area at the same time. It's just not a 'spray and forget' like 2,4-D. I've had my bottle going on 3 years now and it still works.
A side note - get some cheap blue dye at a farm/garden store - really helps to see what you sprayed and what you missed. Blue disappears in a day or so, doesn't stain. And a couple of drops of Dawn helps too - acts as a wetting agent.
I should also add I don't do Weed 'n Feed fertilizer. Kind of a waste since the active ingredient has to land on the weed, and ideally the weed needs to be wet.
Quoted from VALIS666:What do you guys use for weeds? This is my fourth summer in this house. Year one I used Roundup, which is effective, but also stays a long time in the ground and over time works its way out further than you sprayed it and kills the grass next to the beds.
Year two I used Weed B Gon, which is also a chemical treatment but supposedly less hazardous to both grass and people/pets, and the results were decent, not great. However, it's main ingredient, 2,4-D, has recently been put on a WHO advisory list, but plenty of agencies say it's safe. One of our dogs got cancer and sadly died from it last year. Are either of these chemicals responsible? Impossible to say, of course, but I'd rather not roll the dice again having three dogs currently, two of them puppies.
Last year I used one of those long blow torches that hook up to a propane tank, which is fun of course, but it takes *forever* as you have to hold the torch over every weed for about 30 seconds to make sure it's dead at the root. If you have 10-20 weeds, it's great. If you have hundreds, it's not an option. It's also not very fun to use in the hot summer, obviously.
This year I'm using a rototiller attachment to my Ryobi 40v multitool, and that has mixed results as well. Works great if all you have is soil and weeds to work with, but the beds I'm trying to weed have lots of trees and bushes, which means tons of roots. This thing is tough enough on the back after a while, but getting caught on roots, which then sharply jerks the machine forward, is murder on the back after an hour.
The best solution is one day laying down mesh over these beds then putting stone on top, but I'm not ready for that project this year. Hand picking isn't really an option considering there's four large beds plus an entire paver block patio where weeds come through the gaps.
You are cutting too short. Topsoil ,over seed and water. It's that simple. Avoid the "honey you need to cut the lawn" my wife seemed more Interested in a short lawn but has realised I was right. Choke the weeds with kentucky bluegrass. It may take years before it finally catches in certain areas.
Because I'm close to the lake and my water table is low...my brother in law said a fiberglass pool may rise? I ask the masses..what would I put cement with a crap load of tree roots around me? Am I wrong? Would the fiberglass not repel the water better ..Haven't had an expert to price yet..we just decided..I need answers
The World Lawn Association Awards (TWLAA) will be held for the first time in September! Plenty of time to post your Lawn pics.
There is a blade of grass , 1/3 the way down , middle , just left , silvery in colour showing my blade is perfectly sharpened.
Be eclectic and have fun with branches from fallen trees! ..made this garden lattice this year.
Galvanised screws assorted sizes, and you are good to go. Start with a solid frame, then solid medium branches. Add smaller pieces weaving throughout . Second pic /w sunflower is the first one I made over 10 years ago.
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Lawn of the year candidate ..like to see more pics.
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Also there is a UFO in your pic! I won't be swayed by forces beyond. Nice try.
Quoted from KrustyBurger:Here's a pic of my front lawn in WI - not huge, but keeps me busy each weekend for an hour or two.
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Serious consideration to top 3 here...just look how healthy this grass is!
Quoted from boscokid:This is my current trouble spot. Had a 50ft pine here that fell over winter, so this is my first go at leveling and making it somewhat green. Didnt weed/feed as it was bare dirt in spring. Still has a bit of unlevel to it.
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Your lawn is stunning man.
Quoted from chad:Nice picture! 10 to 12 hours though oh my.
Imagine the glory cutting that masterpiece.
Quoted from MT45:Wife mows our ranch weekly. Takes 2 mowers and about 10-12 hours. She’s got a John Deere Zero Turn for the smaller area (1-3 acres) and a 4 WD JD tractor with a tow behind Kunz Engineering mower. Cuts 10 feet wide per pass. She mows 20+ acres per week down to “lawn like” level. Thankfully we have around 15 acres as wooded or horse paddocks (she mows the paddocks too but only occasionally)
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“lawn like” level? ..like to see a close up of the cut.
Quoted from mbwalker:Ditto about rock.
A few years ago I finally got tired of hauling a truck load or two of mulch every spring. Plus, at some point the weeds will undoubtedly start to show up.
Did the concrete edging and put down crushed river rock. Hauled a 1/2 yard of rock every single day after work for well over a month - not kidding!
In the end, so much easier than the mulch, and looks great. When wet, the colors really pop. Very low maintenance. Just weed-whack the edge and spray/pull a couple of stands of grass when they pop up.
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Quoted from freddy:Wife went for a spin!
Probably payed a visit to my wife..cheers!
Quoted from kidchrisso:Not sure that I could get this looking any better than it does right now after a fresh cut, mid level on my honda self propel with double blade....mostly zoysia.
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Stunning.
Quoted from mbwalker:Likely you'd have to still *mow* it with one of these to officially be in cdnpinbacon's club.
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With a shop vac attached! ..how does that drain properly? What if a section catches fire?
Quoted from chad:My wheels finally arrived. I surely could have been ticketed by the greens patrol for worn/ bald wheels.
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Nice wheels! Congrats.
You know folks there was some guy selling huge squares of the original sky dome baseball astro turf for next to nothing .. i saw the ad too late and all gone. 2 bucks per 24 x 24" piece.
It Haunts Me to this day . AstroTurf of 2 world series. LAME.
Quoted from mbwalker:Joking aside w/the riding toy riding mower - it does look very nice. Great landscaping. He could even do a putting green there...
I have some spots in the woods that just doesn't get ANY sun cause the trees are so thick. Moss even struggles to grow there. Waiting on a quote to downJoking aside w/the riding toy riding mower - it does look very nice. Great landscaping. He could even do a putting green there...
I have some spots in the woods that just doesn't get ANY sun cause the trees are so thick. Moss even struggles to grow there. Waiting on a quote to down a few trees.
Same tree company or have you moved on?
Have a go to tree guy.
Quoted from freddy:Wife had me put up window light banners.
She’s been on a Gnome kick!!! Has them all over the house and garden!!
I get a kick out of the Saturday night Gnome!
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1625849962892-2056822550 (resized).jpgQuoted from mbwalker:I think a lot of ash got nailed a fair number of years ago in my neck of the state. They don't seem to talk about the beetles anymore that I can recall. But on my property, I have about almost all maples. To the point where the taller ones are starving the smaller ones for sunlight. Some are barren of leaves almost all the way up to the top.
So when the developer was doing the initial subdivision (+1.5 acre lots, 35 lots), he must have taken a dozer thru the woods out back to let some light in. Great, but on the flip side, he scraped the sides of some of the trees since I can see bark damage. No biggie really, I have far too many trees anyways. But those are some that I want to take down for sure.
Not trying to clear the woods and make a park, just want some light so I can have grass once again rather than mud. Fescue would be my choice back there, got bluegrass in the 'yard' part of the property.
Here's my slice of the planet:
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Edit: I should add, I do have a chainsaw, but wanted the pro's to do the bigger trees.
They wiped out 3/4 of my ash trees
Quoted from mbwalker:Yikes! What do you guys normally have up your way for common trees (given the cold weather)?
Ash maple cedar spruce
Quoted from chad:My two trees as well.
Replaced with red maple. / cedars
Quoted from mbwalker:Sort of assumed that from your post, but just wanted to check. I use a pull-behind dethatcher on the riding mower. Not as good as a 'real' one, but seems to do a decent enough job. Neighbor has a big JD riding mower, and he has a really good aerator and does my yard in about 20 min.
sorry to interject, while the team from the NLA review candidates, My wife asks: does the Rubber tipple inhibit plant growth? Good question, just being thorough and fair.
Quoted from oldskool1969:That’s just the front lawn!
You should see out the back
Let’s see it. Could be a candidate for LOY
Quoted from mbwalker:What the heck is that?
I thought it was recycled rubber ?
Had to chuckle at my son's wedding this past weekend . The ceremony was at a golf course and the wedding itself was on a patch of grass cut diagonally!
Quoted from YZRider926:You talking about those beetles you put out the bags for? If so yeah we get them every year.
These ones...
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I'll do the electric and landscaping myself. How exactly is it 45 fn k to dig and crane a pool?????
Quoted from cdnpinbacon:Have your ash been attacked by the Asian beetle? I captured a few already.
Gorgeous pool. Do you intend to landscape yourself?
I didn't win squat. So many amazing lawns...keep the pics coming and thanks for sharing folks ! Pinside Christmas lawn decoration championship ?
Quoted from MrBally:Have a Pebble Tech pool installed in Vegas if you want a nutty price. At least you get a lot of use out of it.
I'm close to the lake so it's a 1st world problem for me but still ..why not .arrange everything yourself including the crane rental? Should be able to chop the price way down. I'm trucking sales all my life. The crane drop and dig are your biggest cost? Correct me if I'm wrong ?
How much is the prefab fiberglass ones?
I'm not looking for Olympic Size.. just so my wife and I can jump in and goof off. Have no idea how much or availability.
Quoted from YZRider926:Fiberglass is close to concrete pools in pricing. Probably a little cheaper but not much. Lots of fiberglass pool companies and manufacturers. Just need to find one you like. We are really liking ours.
Don't forget to show updates when everything's done! Congrats! Where is the pump ?
Perhaps little bar shed cloae to the pool with open cafe windows that expose a big screen TV?
Quoted from YZRider926:Yeah not much done since they installed it a few weeks ago. Got the electric done so the pool is clean and we’ve been swimming in it.
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Lookin good YZ!
Terrible night pic of my buddies pool with tv/bar shed. Has fold out windows with seats and a ledge outside .
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Nope. ..just like the landscaping at my son's house, compliments of mom and dad design company.
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Stunning. Can't get enough of the house those blue shutter color , landscaping etc..
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That pic with that lonely little Bench With citronella pole beside it screams pond
Quoted from VALIS666:Instead of bagging leaves this year I've been mulching them with either the push mower or ride-on and it's awesome, I wish I started doing this sooner. It doesn't really save that much time as I have to blow/rake the leaves into lines first (kind of like tree cocaine) and that takes a while, but what would have been at least 30 full leaf bags by this point is just very fine mulch and leaf dust for the planter beds. It's probably good to put a little on the lawn too?
Leaf mulch is ok for your lawn btw
Quoted from Mr-Hodes:I’ve always enjoyed double cutting my lawn
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Who wouldn't riding on that JD 360 mower
Great pic!
Quoted from Jokerman:Lawns in better shape now - just in time for winter!
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Look at the perfectly trimmed hedges and gorgeous landscaping around that kick ass pool
Right out of the gate for 2022 ..beautiful lawn and perfect paved driveway pic Thanks for sharing..I get chills of lawn care joy waiting for Spring to arrive
Quoted from mbwalker:I cleared out paths shortly after we built the house and have maintained it over the years. But maples grow like weeds and what use to be grassy paths are slowly being starved of sun, so a few needed to go, and likely a few more this year. I even had to move the shed's solar panel up by the house this year. My chill place is the shed, LOL.
I used to take the dog out there and I'd chase her around or vice versa. Then she'd go off the beaten path (but always stayed in the boundaries) and get burrs and what not on her. But it was worth it, she had a great time.
Not a lot of woods, maybe a 1/2 acre (my chunk of it anyways). Enough to be fun and wear me out at the same time. Surprising the critters the trail cam spots out there. It's a zoo!
I'm ok with fires in my yard ..you? ..wondering about all the brush and branches. Love to cook campfire hot dogs in the summer!
I'm ok with fires in my yard ..you? ..wondering about all the brush and branches. Love to cook campfire hot dogs in the summer! I had a hell of a time getting rid of my poison ivy too
Quoted from mbwalker:I'd have more fun w/the chain saw than burning down the woods, the neighbors (and their woods) would likely agree!
Got a new chain for it last year, wow...cuts the trees like they were made of butter.
A medium size chimnea may do the trick and will cook hotdogs!
Chimnea...great for lawn brush/small branch
Burning. I'm lucky with a fire pit but my buddy has one and watched him one day burn a shit load of branches.
Quoted from mbwalker:For the mower?
Yes..no joke
Sometimes the chute disengages and ends up in my bushes. Self says continue mowing and pickup chute later. Mabey i forgot because the chute is missing! I Have checked every square inch of my property. Previous owners left a mower behind that requires a chute?? Now Ill admit I did throw a snowball and moon him.
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Once again thx for straining my Laugh muscles chad!
Quoted from smokinhos:Cheers!
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Looks like a perfect time to catch a few bass!
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Official picture of the WLA (world lawn association)
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Is that a fairway across the pond? Nicely trimmed. Just curious.
Quoted from eagle18:Outdoor porcelain tiles going down. Zoysia grass still sleeping.
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Experiment with a triangle piece on the left turn?
Quoted from eagle18:Thanks. Still need to grout but temps been too low at night. Should happen next week.
Exactly.. wrong temp =cracks in grout.
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Nice size Large mouth...caught in your backyard!
Quoted from smokinhos:5 lbs on top water.. love my lawn, but the pond more.. lol
Too funny was going ask what lure was used!
Look at the perfectly edging on the side walk. What a beautiful house and property. The dental moulding - brick - windows ..etc etc
Quoted from mbwalker:So is the one on the left the sump drain? And the one on the right is some sort of french drain?
I think the left pipe original foundation drain ..the right French drain is current drain..3" pipe
Quoted from Grandnational007:Core aerate, THEN seed...seeds gets down into the core holes exposing it to more moisture, and preventing wash away and critters eating it.
In a small area- top dress, seed, then lay down a generous layer of straw (NOT HAY) on top for protection.
Aerator machines are cheap to rent and fun to operate.
Quoted from mbwalker:The French Drain pipe...the holes need to be facing down. So since you got things dug up, you might want to replace that, toss some stones around it too, etc. Do you have water issues in that area?
For some reason, I obese over drainage systems and sump pumps. Almost OCD level.
You drain golf courses ...expected nothing less on proper drainage questions. Pickup rock bags tomorrow.
Quoted from ShinyBall:Well...if you have (2) Crazy as hell German Shorthairs..and when you let them out the slider door (8' of patio cement before the grass starts) then they see a rabbit or worse yet, the all time enemy "The squirl", The yard turns into mud. These dogs have so much torque when they take off the grass is flying. Doesn't help after winter or as of late.. a bunch of rain.
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A small cheap ornamental fence would at least save the first 3 feet of grass beyond the fence once they jump over it.
Quoted from mbwalker:Time to clean up some maple leaves that are detrimental to getting some grass to grow in the woods. When all said and done, maybe a 1000lbs hauled to the composting facility (multiple trips). Probably need to cut down another 2-3 trees for some extra sunlight.
Maples grow like weeds! I was out there maybe 5 hr. today bagging w/the JD, but the weather was great today after a week of cold temps. The JD made confetti out of the leaves. Fescue will be out here, bluegrass in the yard proper.
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Any thoughts about tapping a maple or 2? What type of Maple?
Quoted from ViperTim:Tiny house.
Shit driveway.
Awful ground (only rocks. Rock rock rock rock…..)
Newly planted hedge which was a pain to dig due to…. ROCKS!
Lawn is awful because… ROCKS!
But atleast the garage is awesome.
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house and property look awesome imo! Faux shutters recommended on 2 windows
Sorry for edits.I'm senile.
Quoted from ViperTim:Tiny house.
Shit driveway.
Awful ground (only rocks. Rock rock rock rock…..)
Newly planted hedge which was a pain to dig due to…. ROCKS!
Lawn is awful because… ROCKS!
But atleast the garage is awesome.
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Red maple planted In front of the rock on your lawn
Dig area around said rock with a garden
Quoted from ViperTim:Tiny house.
Shit driveway.
Awful ground (only rocks. Rock rock rock rock…..)
Newly planted hedge which was a pain to dig due to…. ROCKS!
Lawn is awful because… ROCKS!
But atleast the garage is awesome.
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Keep the road salt off the Newly planted shrubs..not sure what type or trees
Quoted from ViperTim:Tiny house.
Shit driveway.
Awful ground (only rocks. Rock rock rock rock…..)
Newly planted hedge which was a pain to dig due to…. ROCKS!
Lawn is awful because… ROCKS!
But atleast the garage is awesome.
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Who's Jorde? Noticed the sign in front of the Viper.
Also debating a nice Flag jutting from top your Garage door. I say Yes to the faux shutters, also a nice black cast iron weather Vain top of your garage would be nice.
What a gorgeous home and property. Thanks for sharing, ..may suggest,faux shutters on 2 large front windows and side house window...black colour.
Quoted from freddy:Pic back window
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Cedars along fence Freddy? ...can I trade my house for yours ?
Quoted from mbwalker:First mow of the season yesterday. Some of the early bloomers are just getting ready to pop in a few days.
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Gorgeous lawn and great cut...looks like a golf course
My spring lawn excitement came by way of finding out leaving the hose attached to a Woodford 17 anti-siphon push/pull sillcock (lol outdoor spigot) over winter is a big no no as it prevents
Lawn is mostly weeds
Checking the Lawn association book.. this Is called an an English style lawn..in harmony with the natural environment.
Great pic..no shrubbery around the power box?
Quoted from BMore-Pinball:Lawn is mostly weeds
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I checked the Lawn association book...called an English Lawn. In harmony with the environment.
Great pic! ..no shrubbery A foot away from the power box?
Quoted from eagle18:One of many turf areas I take care of at work.
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Not to pick but..I notice a track wiggle (bottom right of pic) what happened? Edit i see the bump in the grass..optical illusion.
Quoted from luch:you got to much time on your hand ! go back to drinking ! leafs on tonight start drinking early ! LMAO !
You moved to Newmarket Luch?
Quoted from freddy:Turkey buzzard on neighbors roof .
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Quoted from Ballsbeout:Pretty rough and needs tons of work, but at least things are starting to grow.
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Gorgeous lawn. Screams pool.
Quoted from mbwalker:First mow of the season yesterday. Some of the early bloomers are just getting ready to pop in a few days.
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That lawn screams chipping green!
Quoted from freddy:Turkey buzzard on neighbors roof .
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Freddy...I consulted my artistic wife...she asks what are your plans with planting along the chain link fence?
Quoted from mbwalker:LOL, I have never golfed. No once. Does Putt-Putt count?
But I'd be in for a roller coaster tho.
Actually some dude did that...he built a roller coaster in his backyard! Should be on you tube somewhere
Quoted from mbwalker:I've seen a few of those, crazy!
Have a grandson on the way...my outdoor rink will be minty
Sorry Freddy my thumbs and brain not on the same page today. Your property is gorgeous ..still think regrow privacy along the fence ..
I sent a tweet message to member of Canadian parliament Melanie Joly advising she had won the best looking Canadian politician of 2022 per the world Lawn association.
Quoted from cdnpinbacon:I sent a tweet message to member of Canadian parliament Melanie Joly advising she had won the best looking Canadian politician of 2022 per the world Lawn association.
No response from miss Joly regarding her award and I have not been blocked.
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