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To Mulch (Leaves), or Not to Mulch …
So many leaves, so little time! While raking in the fall can occasionally be relaxing and meditative, gathering and bagging up ALL those leaves can also be a daunting task on the long list of life’s chores. Since what you don’t round up in the fall will just be waiting

How Should I Store My Gardening Tools?
You invest a lot of time, energy, and money in maintaining your landscape and having the proper tools for each job is essential. Maximizing the lifespan and usefulness of those tools, from rakes and pruners to weeders and wheelbarrows, will not only save you money and time, but will also

Hey, 3 Lakes! What’s the difference between a string trimmer and an edger?
What’s the difference between a string trimmer and an edger? A string trimmer and an edger are 2 totally different animals. Let’s cover a bit of string trimming do’s and don’ts. String Trimmers AKA Weed WhackersWith a string trimmer you have quite a bit of power under your finger. You

Hey, 3 Lakes! I checked my grass cuttings like you suggested and they are ragged. Guess it’s time to replace the lawn mower blades. What else do I need to think about?
Let’s take a look at what’s important: blade width, length, and hole diameter. However, blade lift is commonly overlooked. It’s the blade’s ability to lift the grass up, cut it, and then push it out or into your bagger. Wondering how to find your blade lift? Place the blade on

Hey, 3 Lakes! When is the best time to aerate my lawn? Do I need special tools?
You’ll want to aerate your lawn when the grass is at its peak growing time. This will help to ensure a good bounce back from the lawn after being aerated. Spring and fall are optimal times to aerate your lawn here in New Hampshire. You may be asking, “What does aerating