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Selection and Use of a Landscape Bedshaper
landscape bed shaper

Some companies now offer landscape bedshapers designed specifically to lay out and maintain landscape beds. These machines are generally heavier, more powerful and more versatile than turf edgers.

Trimming And Edging Mechanically Compared With Herbicides
herbicide drift

There are two ways to trim and edge turfgrass around sidewalks, flower beds, trees, buildings, etc. You can trim the turfgrass mechanically with a string trimmer and/or an edger, or you can use a non-selective herbicide such as glyphosate (Roundup® and similar chemicals).

String Trimmer Safety And Maintenance
string trimmer

As with any power tool, string trimmers are capable of causing injury if not used in a safe manner. String trimmers will last much longer and give more trouble-free service if used and maintained properly.

Selecting And Using A String Trimmer
curved shaft string trimmer

A string trimmer is a useful addition to almost any gardener’s toolshed.

Selection And Use Of Hedge Trimmers
electric hedge trimmer
Hedge trimmers are perhaps not as popular now as a few years ago. Many people now realize that it is healthier for plants to be selectively pruned rather than sheared. Nevertheless, there are some situations where shearing plants to shape is appropriate. A hedge trimmer is usually the best tool for the job.
Turf Edgers
stick edger
Turfgrasses grow fast and aggressively in the South. If not edged back regularly, Southern turf will grow right over sidewalks, driveways, flower beds, etc.
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