Derek
Recently (mid-September) bought a new 4-stroke lawn mower and had cut the grass three times. Now, winter here in Canada is fast approaching, should the engine oil and gas been drained prior to storage in the backyard shed? Any other recommendation or advice are much appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
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My lawn mowers usually last about 10 to 15 years, that's mowing every week for 7 to 9 months out of the year, and sometimes other people's lawns as well. What do I do for winter prep? Last mowing of the year, I empty the basket and push the thing into my shed. In the spring I sharpen or replace the blade, replace the spark plug, check the oil, and start mowing. I don't change the oil or put in any additives in the gas. I figure I could change the oil and such, but I average $20 a year for a new lawn mower. Why spend more. Never had a problem with one, until it just wears out after 10 to 15 years.
My lawn mowers usually last about 10 to 15 years, that's mowing every week for 7 to 9 months out of the year, and sometimes other people's lawns as well. What do I do for winter prep? Last mowing of the year, I empty the basket and push the thing into my shed. In the spring I sharpen or replace the blade, replace the spark plug, check the oil, and start mowing. I don't change the oil or put in any additives in the gas. I figure I could change the oil and such, but I average $20 a year for a new lawn mower. Why spend more. Never had a problem with one, until it just wears out after 10 to 15 years.
Help with new lawn?
Damski007
I have laid a new lawn that has been down a week now, I'm in sunny old england here so it has been raining on it for the hole five days. The grass is looking good and is looking healthy. When can I walk on it?, and if this rain ever stops when should I cut it foe the first time?. I have been given a hover mover, but is it better to cut the grass with a rotorey mower. All answers greatly recieved. 1 more Question, should I start to use any fertizer?.
I think I should of pointed out that it was turf that was laid.
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Hi from Toronto, Ontario Canada. Most new sod is well rooted in 7 to 10 days, but avoid walking on the newly sodded lawn for at least 3 weeks or a month is better. If tender new roots are stressed while they are growing into the soil they will take longer to establish the new turf.
I would wait for at least 6 weeks before fertilizing. Do not use a fertilizer/pesticide combination. Use a slow release fertilizer. You could have used a starter fertilizer underneath the new sod. But not to worry. It will be fine. It's great you're getting the rain.
Wait as long as possible before mowing your newly sodded lawn for the first time. Mowing requires walking on the turf which can harm the new roots connecting it to the soil. It is a good idea to let the grass grow at least 3 inches tall; 4 is better.
For that first mowing take just a little off the top and come back 2 or 3 days later and take it down to two inches. Taking the time to cut the grass a little bit twice is less stressful on the new turf that coming on with one deep cut.
I hope I have been of some help. Good luck on your new lawn.
Hi from Toronto, Ontario Canada. Most new sod is well rooted in 7 to 10 days, but avoid walking on the newly sodded lawn for at least 3 weeks or a month is better. If tender new roots are stressed while they are growing into the soil they will take longer to establish the new turf.
I would wait for at least 6 weeks before fertilizing. Do not use a fertilizer/pesticide combination. Use a slow release fertilizer. You could have used a starter fertilizer underneath the new sod. But not to worry. It will be fine. It's great you're getting the rain.
Wait as long as possible before mowing your newly sodded lawn for the first time. Mowing requires walking on the turf which can harm the new roots connecting it to the soil. It is a good idea to let the grass grow at least 3 inches tall; 4 is better.
For that first mowing take just a little off the top and come back 2 or 3 days later and take it down to two inches. Taking the time to cut the grass a little bit twice is less stressful on the new turf that coming on with one deep cut.
I hope I have been of some help. Good luck on your new lawn.
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