For a healthy, green and good looking lawn you need the right kind of lawn mower. Making an informed purchase of a lawn mower will not help your garden look its best but also save you a lot of money and hard work.

When selecting a lawn mower there are a lot of factors that one needs to bear in mind. The most preferred mowers are rotary mowers due it its light weight and easy operation. Electric mowers are slowly gaining popularity as its environment friendly and involve less hard work. What you need to consider is the weight, power, cost, features and ease of operation. If you have a small lawn then it is best to go with a simple push reel mower that cuts the grass as you push along. However, if you have a large yard then it is best to opt for a gas or electrically powered rotary mower.

If you want to get rid or clippings or ensure that they don’t stick out on your lawn then you need a mulching mower. A gas powered reel mower is best to trim down Bermuda or bent grass to less than two inches high. Mowing can cause injuries so ensure you review the safety features of a mower before you buy it.