UK lawn expert David Hedges–Gower offers training and consultancy, and has written a book: Modern Lawn Care. I was lucky enough to be able to ask David a few questions, and am now sharing his expertise on the blog for all you lovely readers. Larry: What is it that makes you interested in lawns? Why lawns? […]
How Cordless Lawn Mowers Work
Without the infuriating cord that loves to wind itself around trees and find its way under your feet, cordless mowers allow for unrestricted movement, and often a greater range compared to corded mowers. But how do these mowers actually work? Unlike corded counterparts, cordless electric lawn mowers are powered by a rechargeable battery. Cordless Lawn […]
Cordless Vs Petrol Lawn Mower
For a long time the only option for gardeners was either a corded electric, or a petrol mower. But since battery-powered mowers removed the danger and inconvenience of dragging a cord around, gardeners have a new dilemma — should I use an electric cordless mower or should I use petrol? Here I take a […]
Top Tips for Using your Flymo 1200R Robotic Lawnmower
Before you unbox the mower, read these tips to get started right. The Flymo 1200R is quite simple to use, but before getting started you might benefit from reading through these handy tips. Bury The Wire When it comes to setting up boundary wire have two options: peg it out, or bury it. I strongly […]
An Interview with Hayter Lawnmowers
Hertfordshire-based lawnmower manufacturer Hayter has been kind enough to answer a few questions on lawn mowing and maintenance for readers at Lawnmower Larry. Larry: When and how did Hayter get started, and why? Hayter: Douglas Hayter was born in Bishop’s Stortford in 1914, where he lived before starting his working career. After working a few […]