The mowers today are produced according to the size, shape and angles of the blades used in it. The reel mower is the mechanical kind of mower and the mechanism on which it runs has been altered from time to time. It has a horizontal cutting blade at the bottom that falls close to the ground and cuts the grass that is long. It is a necessary fact of gardening that autumn leaves fall and drift down your window every year. However, if they manage to spread a blanket all over the lawn, they are going to dehydrate the grass by not allowing it to get water. That is the reason why it is necessary for you to have a good rake. The collected leaves can be used as compost. Another important point to be kept in mind before using an aerator is to mark your garden sprinklers, cable and underground wiring lines carefully so that the aerator tines do not damage them. After taking out soil cores use manure and fertilizers on the lawn surface which will replenish the soil. The best time to carry out lawn aeration in the places experiencing warm climate is in the months of June and July whereas places near the east coast should use land aerators in months of August and September to promote good garden growth Lawn aeration helps in increasing microbial activity in soil that helps in thatch decomposition. Fertilizers For Lawns: Food For Your Garden The feeling of soft lush green grass under your feet, gentle breeze brushing your face while taking a lovely morning stroll in your lawn is surely an endearing thought. To maintain a healthy body we need a balanced diet in a similar manner to enjoy the goodness of a great garden you need fertilizers. In order to reduce the amount of weeds there are different weed control strategies that can be applied to prevent its growth. The most common and preferred method that is applied in order to remove and destroy the weeds is ploughing. Today there are many other chemicals present in the market that can help you decrease the amount of weeds growing in your garden. New lawns will need an application of fertilizer that is fairly high in phosphate. The third number that is listed on fertilizer bags is potassium, or potash. Potash helps to strength lawn grass. Strong roots and healthy grass is the key to a great ground cover. You should consider doing a soil test on your soil before you choose a fertilizer for new lawns.