August 30th, 2008 . by chris

Let’s face it: while it may not always be a great idea, every guy wants the chance to play with a machete. Maybe it goes back to the days of watching Indiana Jones as a kid (we will forget that new Indiana Jones movie that Lucas just put out), but machetes are just neat. But wait, they can also be used for yard work. Yes, that’s right…working in the lawn and/or garden. Come to think of it, that’s probably your best bet anyway.
The Woodman’s Pal Machete with Sheath and Sharpening Stone is an excellent addition to any gardener’s collection, or just simply perfect for those with an affinity for tools. This blade does not crack in cold weather, even in sub-zero temperatures. One side of the blade is flat, and the other is hooked, so you can really get to. The purchase of the machete also comes with a canvas sheath with belt loop, and a sharpening stone. Made in the USA, this is a really good purchase and find. Not to mention, you can finally take care of all those weeds in the yard as well.
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Tagged With: gardening knife • knife • machete • weed knife
August 7th, 2008 . by chris

Have a continuous cycle of compost in your backyard or garden. With the Triple Chamber Aerobic Compost Bin you can constantly have all three stages of compost. Thus, there’s always fresh, usable compost available for your lawn or garden. Here’s how it works: there are three different chambers in which to place anything you might use for compost – table scraps, yard waste, etc. You place the materials into the top chamber and let them sit for a few days. Then, by using a slideable shelf, you can move the scraps to the second chamber, allowing you to add more compost material to the first bin. A few days after that, repeat the cycle so the material can filter in to the final chamber…this is where it sits and matures until the end result is rich, glorious compost.
It’s a time saver, and it means you can in essence, have a long lasting supply of compost handy. Not a bad idea, all things considered. If you are one who likes to organize or color code, then this style of gardening is surely for you. It means that there is a focused nature to your compost, something that you can rely on.
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Tagged With: compost • compost bin • fertilizer • lawn