Tips & Techniques
Cut Down Trees like a Pro
The average chainsaw user only operates their saw from time to time, to cut down a tree or some firewood. Regardless of how and how often you use your saw it's a good idea to learn some of the right techniques to operate a chainsaw safely. There are some very common mistakes that are easily avoided. • Kickbacks occur when the upper part of the saw bar's tip comes in contact with something. The saw is propelled upward and/or backward, in line with the plane of the saw bar. The chain brake is designed to stop the chain in an instant.
Category: Tips & Techniques Contributor: Forest & Garden
Date: 03.06.11
The Forest and Garden Guide to the Modern Mower
Who needs a Powered Lawnmower? A powered lawnmower is recommended for areas larger than 300 square metres. If you mow a 1,000 square metre lawn, you will walk two to three kilometers, making powered lawnmowers a recommended option. What’s the Difference between Rear and Side Ejection? If the grass grows quickly or if you don’t mow very often, a machine with ejection is a good idea. It can handle grass that has grown long and wild, as well as coarser types of grass. Side ejection gives neater results, partly because the clippings are spread better. When is Collection better?
Category: Tips & Techniques Contributor: Forest & Garden
Date: 03.06.11
The Perfect Hedge
Hedges can define a garden; frame it, define its spaces. But obtaining the perfect hedge can be tricky, and requires planning, skill and attention to detail. Modern garden designs refer to the garden as a room. When large, open areas are divided up, the garden becomes more alive and easier to furnish with flowerbeds, rocky areas and other planted sections. The hedge, which creates a boundary without closing in like a wall or a fence, is perfect for creating the sense of the garden as a room. To choose the right hedge it is important to know which climatic zone you are in.
Category: Tips & Techniques Contributor: Forest & Garden
Date: 03.06.11
Hedge Care Tips from the Experts
According to a recent study trimming hedges is one of the least enjoyable gardening jobs. Apparently, its right down there with weeding and composting as people’s least favourite chores, with 47 percent of those asked rating it a tedious job. But with know how and the right equipment it can be a lot more fun. As with any job, using the right tools is half the batttle. Secateur Secateur is the small hand tool used to cut thin hedge branches. It is used for precion trimming and are an absolute must for anyone who wants to grow a nice hedge.
Category: Tips & Techniques Contributor: Forest & Garden
Date: 03.06.11
Husqvarna Ireland Gives 10% Back
Husqvarna Ireland Gives 10% Back Liffey Distributors, the sole supplier of Husqvarna products for all retailers in Ireland, has made a permanent reduction of 10% to the book prices on all of their Husqvarna products. This move allows local Husqvarna distributors across the country reduce their prices by the same amount on all Husqvarna ranges.
Category: Tips & Techniques Contributor: Forest & Garden
Date: 03.06.11
Husqvarna celebrate 50 years of chainsaw production with new product
The Husqvarna brand was established in 1689 and is the leading brand in innovative garden solutions for homeowners. Distributed in Ireland by Liffey Distributors, Husqvarna is one of the oldest companies in the world and has successfully remained at the forefront of technology and innovation over the years with its wide range of state-of-the-art garden equipment and accessories.
Category: Tips & Techniques Contributor: Forest & Garden
Date: 03.06.11
Survive The Snow With The Snow Survival Kit
Survive The Snow With The Snow Survival Kit No more shoveling in the snow with the Snow Survival Kit. Let your tractor lawnmower do the work for you and clear the snow from your garden and driveway. After all the hard work throughout the year, don’t let the snow and ice ruin your garden. With the Snow Survival Kit, you can still maintain your pride and joy through the cold snowy days.
Category: Tips & Techniques Contributor: Forest & Garden
Date: 03.06.11
Tips For The Perfect Lawn
Tips For The Perfect Lawn As one of the main leaders in gardening equipment, Husqvarna, which is distributed in Ireland by Liffey Distributors, have compiled their top 10 tips for the perfect lawn. 1. When focusing on your lawn you must consider the lawn as a distinctly separate area of the garden, which is bordered by borders, flower beds, pathways and paved areas. 2. For large lawns, the area should not contain other features except one or two specimen trees or shrubs, or island beds, otherwise the perception of space is lost. 3.
Category: Tips & Techniques Contributor: Forest & Garden
Date: 03.06.11
