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Buying a New Lawnmower

Hello, my name is Laura and this is my lawnmower blog. I used to live in the city of Sydney. I didn't have a garden so I filled my home with houseplants. Last year, I moved out to the countryside into a property which has a very large lawn. I loved having such a large space to plant trees or plants in. However, as the spring turned into summer, I suddenly realised that I didn't own a lawnmower. My brother gave me some expert advice about the best type of lawnmower on the market. As I am getting older, I decided to buy a ride-on-mower.

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Amazing Landscaping Tips That Can Help You Save Money
Beautifying your outdoor space can be a challenge if you are operating on a limited budget. In fact, most people get discouraged when they realise that the funds they have aren't sufficient enough for their dream garden. The truth is that there are certain things you can do to get a beautiful landscape without overspending. This post will outline a few solutions you should consider to stay within your budget and get outstanding landscaping results.

Tips for planting vegetation to prevent surface runoff
Rain and strong winds typically cause the top layers of soil to be washed away, affecting the overall quality of soil on your property. Surface runoff occurs after heavy rains or other inclement weather. The good news is that you can minimise the negative effects of surface runoff by planting vegetation. Any exposed surfaces should have some vegetation nearby that helps keep the soil intact. However, you need a strategic approach (when planting) to get meaningful results.

Why You Should Always Use Mulch for a Healthy and Impressive Garden
You may not have aspirations to win the "best garden of the neighbourhood" award, or at least any time soon, but you really want to be proud of your yard. You want to cultivate a green and verdant lawn and make sure that your flower beds are healthy and spectacular through all seasons of the year. In order to do this, you need to cultivate your green fingers and learn what plants work best in your particular climate, but you also need to choose the best raw materials to help you achieve your goals.

Vertical Garden: Three Critical Considerations for Plant Species Selection
If you are interested in gardening but have insufficient outdoor space, you should consider establishing a vertical garden. This type of feature has plants growing in a vertical configuration as opposed to the traditional horizontal. The design can range from a couple of hanging baskets to an intricate wall with attached plants. If you decide to take up this form of gardening, you must evaluate some critical factors, especially the type of plants.

Building a Fire Pit: The Perfect Weekend Project
Since man first discovered how to make fire, it's held humans in its thrall, with sitting around a campfire one of the most relaxing, hypnotic ways to spend a nice evening. Of course, fire can be dangerous, so it's important to take precautions if you're planning on having a fire in your back garden. One of the best ways to control fire and stop it from spreading is to build your own fire pit.