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I’ve heard I need to mix both brown and green materials in my compost pile. What does this mean?

Brown ingredients are carbon-based materials, such as dried leaves. Green ingredients are nitrogen-based materials, such as fresh grass clippings....

 

What will happen if you put straight gas in a 2-cycle engine?

Without any oil in the fuel for lubricating, the engine will seize up and will probably be ruined. Always remember to use the oil/gas mixture in the...

 

My mower won’t start. What’s most likely the problem?

Some of the common reasons mowers won’t start include the following: 1. It’s out of gas. 2. It’s flooded. Let it sit for an hour or two or...

 
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When is the best time to apply Step-1 fertilizer?

February, March and...

 
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What should I look for when buying a lawnmower?

For a mulching or self-propelled mower, you need plenty of horsepower so look for one that has a 5 to 6 horsepower...

 
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When is the best time to apply fertilizer?

Every 4-6 weeks beginning in...

 
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What's the difference between a 2- and 4-cycle engine?

With a two-cycle engine, you will have to mix oil with the gasoline. Two-cycle engines tend to be more efficient and usually require less...

 
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How often should I apply fertilizer to my lawn?

You should feed your lawn every six to eight weeks during the growing season. This usually means April, June, August and October, but your lawn may...

 
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What time of year should I plant grass seed?

As long as the soil temperature is 50 degrees for higher, you can plant seed. However, the best two times are in the spring, when the soil is moist,...

 
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What should I look for when buying a new mower?

Ask yourself some questions: Do I want a self-propelled lawnmower or a manual push? Am I going to use it as a mulcher or a bagger? If it's a...

 
 
 


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