• Gardening & Lawn Care

    This Toro Leaf Vacuum Offers Superior Suction And Airflow

    December 29th, 2015

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    The leaves of Fall are among Mother Nature’s most beautiful showcases. Each year as the warm Summer months give way to Fall, the leaves on millions of trees turn from green to yellow, orange, and red. The brilliant showcase of color is short-lived though and soon those beautiful displays are nothing more than a nuisance cluttering your lawn. Clean up can be back breaking labor, but not if you have the Toro Variable-Speed Electric Blower/Vacuum. This leaf vacuum model is a 3-in-1 unit that offers leaf blowing, vacuuming, and shredding. The lawn leaf vacuum has a 12-amp motor and infinite variable speed system provides up to 235 mph of air flow.

    The leaf vacuum shredder includes a metal impeller makes shredding leaves easy, and an electronic cord lock keeps the unit plugged in at all times. Toro’s blower vac comes with a power unit, blower tubes, vacuum tubes, and vacuum bag included. There are a variety of leaf blowers available on the market, but few of them offer the flexibility and power of the Toro leaf vacuum shredder. Online reviewers were thrilled by the Toro Variable-Speed Electric Vacuum, but a few reviewers had negative experiences with the unit. The biggest complaints from these individuals included a short life span on the unit and a lack of true variable speed control. Despite a few drawbacks, anyone with leaves to clean from their yard each Fall will find their money well spent on the Toro Variable-Speed Electric Blower/Vacuum.

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    Black And Decker Pre-Wound Trimmer Replacement Spools Deliver

    December 25th, 2015

    Product display of trimmer replacement spool review.

    Black and Decker has designed some excellent electric and battery lawn trimmers and they all have the Auto Feed System that eliminates the need to bump the trimmer against the ground everytime you need more line. The feed system uses centrifugal force to feed more line as is needed. However, the factory installed wound spool will eventually run out during the course of the lawn maintenance season. Black and Decker has now released their line of factory pre-wound spools for most of their lawn trimmer/edger models. It does remove the hassle of winding your own spools. It is very easy just to load the spool into the feed system.

    No tools are needed, just simply pop off the used spool and snap the new pre-fed one into place. With trimmers it is important to the performance to use the correct diameter line. The Black and Decker trimmer replacement spool is designed with .065-inch diameter line and is approved for a host of the Black and Decker trimmers. Be sure to have your model number ready and check if this spool is compatible with your product. Definitely a no hassle, quick and easy product release.

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    Sturdy And Effective Slow Release Watering Bags Built By Treegator

    November 28th, 2015

    Product review of treegator.

    Everyone who owns a home knows the value of a well landscaped yard. It can add value to a home and provide friends and loved ones a comfortable place to relax away from the rays of the sun. Perhaps the toughest task in landscaping is ensuring the survival of newly planted trees and shrubs which are vulnerable to drought and transplant shock. The TreeGator Jr has come along though to make it easy for any homeowner to ensure their young saplings and freshly planted shrubs survive the harsh summer sun. The Treegator irrigation bag was developed to deliver water directly to the root system.

    It conveniently waters trees and shrubs in a slow and efficient manner. Watering can be ineffective as water is lost due to runoff and evaporation. The 14 gallon TreeGator Jr. Pro on the other hand need only be placed at the base of a newly planted tree or shrub, filled with water, and left to do the hard work. It will slowly release water over the course of 5-8 hours to saturate deep into the root system to help plants avoid drought shock and ease the transition of newly planted trees. Customers who have purchased the TreeGator water bag have not been disappointed with its performance and ease of use. While some have experienced issues using the TreeGator Jr bag on different landscape profiles, the problems are minimal for those using the TreeGator slow release watering system on level ground as it was designed for.

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    Chipping Wood Has Never Been Easier With This Electric Wood Chipper

    November 28th, 2015

    This electric wood chipper is a great tool for homeowners and professionals and requires far less maintenance than maintaining a gas-powered machine. It can easily shred wood and leaves by sliding the contents into the hopper on the top of the machine. Wood is cut into 2 to 2 ½ inches in diameter, while leaves […]

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    The Oribit Patio Misting System Offers Easy Installation

    November 14th, 2015

    Small product picture of patio misting system review.

    The Orbit 20066 Portable ¼-Inch Outdoor Mist Cooling System is a great, affordable way to install a patio misting system in about an hour. The hose is about 20 feet long, and the final ten feet enable you to install “misters” that will take water and put a cool mist into the air. The system hooks up to a standard garden hose, so you should be able to install it in just about any back yard or front yard. The Orbit mister system is fairly inexpensive, especially when compared to any of the MistyMate systems. It comes preassembled so all you need to do is mount it with some alligator clips, and the packaging announces that it installs in less than ten minutes.

    Most of the reviews about the orbit mister say that the mister is easy to install and can be up in less than an hour, and they rave about how great it is that it hooks up directly to your garden hose. Another plus frequently noted by the online reviewers was that the system tends to work well regardless of your water pressure – which is great if you decide to install a splitter and run a few of these to a couple different spots in your yard. There’s a lot of flak given to the orbit system because it can be hard to get all of the nozzles lined up as shown on the picture. The mist is more likely to be spread about in various directions instead of going straight down, like the picture on the box shows. There were also a few complaints that pieces were missing from the box, but that is not so much a problem with the product as the packers.

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    This Garden Kneeler Will Let You Kneel, Sit, Or Stand While Gardening

    October 29th, 2015

    Small product picture of a garden kneeler review.

    Nothing is more multifunctional than the Step 2 Garden Kneeler. Made from rustproof plastic with sturdy double-wall construction, this garden kneeler is a dream for any gardener. It can be used for kneeling, standing or sitting and has molded support handles for easy carrying. The kneeler snaps together for assembly, with no tricky bolts or screws, and has a ¾ inch foam pad that attaches to the bottom of the seat. For an affordable price, this garden kneeler makes outdoor tasks easy once again, and can also be used around the home. Customers love this product, as it’s extremely versatile and can be used in many ways.

    Stand on it as a stepstool, or turn it over and kneel on the pad underneath. Customers have considered the Yard Butler Garden Kneeler instead of the Step 2 product, as it costs the same money and is made from steel construction that is built to last. While the Yard Butler has excellent reviews and helps with back strain, many customers preferred the Step 2 product, as it can be used as a step stool and works in wet conditions, such as showers. Many online reviewers call this product a lifesaver and a gardener’s dream. It’s easy on the knees and great for people who have difficulty kneeling all day in the garden. Other highlights include its portability and lightweight construction.

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