FALL LEAF TIPS *Disposal. Think about what you’re going to do with the leaves before you start raking. Is there a citywide leaf collection? In West Bend, we can push leaves into the street for collection. Do you want to make compost for your garden? Do you have (or can you borrow) a pickup truck or trailer to take leaves to a public compost pile? If you’re going to put the leaves in a garbage bag or can, don’t make them too heavy or awkward to carry by overfilling them. *Make sure you have the proper rake(s) for the job. A leaf rake/lawn rake is the correct rake for the job. This type of rake fans out like a triangle and is sold in varying widths. It’s usually made of plastic, metal, or wood. If you have a steel rake, don’t use it. It can tear out your grass. A steel rake should only be used for raking stones or dirt. To get in tight areas or between shrubs, use a shrub rake. This rake is like a leaf rake but much narrower. It will keep you from bending over and having to reach into places you can’t see. Lastly, if you want the best of both worlds, purchase a metal expanding rake, which can be used as a shrub rake and a leaf rake. When you push on the loaded springs, the rake expands, increasing its width.
Posted on: Tue, 28 Oct 2014 15:02:03 +0000
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