November 2010

Garden Lines

– Posted in: Garden chores, Lilactree Farm

........................................The curious stranger roves, With grateful travel, through a wild of groves; And though directed, oft mistakes his way, Unknowing where the winding mazes stray; Yet still his feet the magic paths pursue, Charmed, though bewildered, with the pleasing view. Stephen Duck, 1731 The hedge clipping was finished yesterday (October 5). We have a variety [...]

Troy-Bilt Pony Lawn Tractor Review

– Posted in: Tools and Equipment

This year my family tried out the Troy-Bilt Pony Riding Lawn Tractor. Before I tell you what we thought of it, I thought I should explain what we've been used to cutting the grass with, so you know where we're coming from. Since 2002 we've been mowing our lawn and fields with a 15hp DR [...]