That first autumn, I wasted a whole Saturday just raking and cramming leaves into bags. My back hurt, I had blisters, and I'd filled maybe 15 lawn bags. That's when I started researching alternatives.

Getting ahead of weed control saves you from a springtime struggle. Whether turning to cover crops or avoiding "seed rain," ...

Last year I got raked up in the great leaf collection controversy and eagerly sprouted my opinion about why requiring residents to bag their leaves was a bad idea. But when I could no longer ignore ...

It picks up both dry and wet leaves easily, too, which is just as well because at this point in autumn and after the weather ...

Avoid these six common fall lawn care mistakes. Experts share what not to do now to help your grass stay healthy through winter and thrive in spring.

Pine needles can become fuel for a smoker or fire pit, effective mulching, ground cover for muddy spots, or pleasant ...

Mow light layers of leaves into the lawn. For heavier leaf layers that threaten to mat down the lawn or evergreen ...

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Battery-powered Honda HRN , HRX Series and HRC walk-behind lawn mowers will be available for sale in November 2025, building on the performance ...

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Leaves can be used as a mulch for trees, shrubs, and flowers. This regulates soil temperature and moisture while suppressing ...

Florimulch or Enviromulch or a high quality dyed mulch are my top choices for mulching your gardens. They are an easy way to ...