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Outdoor Power Equipment for the Lawn and Garden
Power tools make lawn and garden tasks easier, especially when it comes to the lawn or clearing large piles of leaves and garden debris. There are a few basic outdoor power equipment options to consider for the lawn, including a lawn mower, edger or trimmer, and blower. Typically, this outdoor power equipment can be electric or gas-powered. While outdoor power equipment powered by electricity is cheaper and considered to be more environmentally sensitive, the cord can be a hassle if you have a lot of yard to cover. Gas-powered outdoor power equipment can be noisy and quite a bit heavier to maneuver. Cordless, rechargeable outdoor power equipment is available for some equipment but the batteries can be expensive and the equipment can be unreliable.
With all outdoor power equipment, safety must be the priority. This means wearing safety goggles, shoes, and long clothing. Read all directions to know how to use each tool properly. Many home and garden centers offer clinics that review the basics on use and maintenance of outdoor power equipment. These clinics are a good investment to ensure your safety and the long life of the outdoor power equipment.
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Basic Garden Tools
The type of garden tool you need depends on the size of your lawn and garden and the amount of time you dedicate to tending it. Some basic garden tools are worth an investment. First, a couple of garden hand tools, such as a shovel, fork, rake, hoe and garden cultivator, are effective for removing leaves, weeds, and debris while also helping prepare the soil for planting flowers or plants. Your basic garden tools should also include tools for pruning back plants and flowers, a hose, a pair of quality gloves, and knee pads to protect your clothing and skin when you're bent over in the flower beds.
Don’t buy the cheapest garden tools possible because they may break easily or actually damage your plants. Invest in garden tools that are made of forged steel and have wooden handles. Try out the garden tools before you buy them to make sure you feel comfortable and they help take some of the back work out of gardening. Consult with the lawn and garden specialist in your local home and garden center to find out if there are any other specialized garden tools that you'll need for your particular yard design.
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Selecting Garden Hoses for Lawn and Garden Needs
Hoses come in all sizes and materials designed to work for different tasks. Diameter and length affect water pressure. Keep the hose length as short as possible based on the area you need to cover. The easiest garden hoses to handle are those made of vinyl, however these don't last as long as those made with rubber that offer increased burst strength. Look for rubber/vinyl combinations for home and light commercial use; reinforced rubber are great for heavy-duty use. Garden hoses that come with their own holes are intended for watering lawn and garden areas.
Are you comparing garden hoses based on price? Vinyl garden hoses are the cheapest but last the least amount of time. A new coil garden hose may look funny, but it is designed to avoid kinks that other garden hoses end up with and is still considerably cheaper than a rubber-enforced hose. There are a number of industrial- and commercial-strength garden hoses that, while expensive, are designed to withstand extreme pressure and temperature variations for daily use.
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All About Garden Hose Nozzles
All garden hose nozzles are not created equal. Your lawn and garden may require more than one garden hose nozzle. Know the difference to ensure that your plants, flowers, and grass receive the right amount of water.
Save the power flow garden hose nozzles for washing your car, the driveway or windows because it can deliver a powerful stream of water. While these kinds of garden hose nozzles also have mist or spray settings, the powerful delivery of water can be too strong for many delicate garden plants and flowers. To effectively and gently water your most delicate garden flowers, try mister garden hose nozzles that deliver a very fine spray that allows the water to remain on the flowers and leaves.
Some garden hoses include a wand, which helps you reach hanging plants, or deep-set bushes to help you cover your entire garden. You can buy a multi-patter sprayer nozzle that comes with three to eight different patterns, including a fine mister and power sprayer features, so that you don’t have to constantly switch garden hose nozzles.
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