[Alarm Team]

Originally Posted by nanci2539

I'm looking for a mower who bags the clippings. I have a wonderful mower but he doesn't bag and as a result, I have a lot of thatch on the lawn and in my mulch beds. I can rake the lawn and pick up the clippings but can't do anything about the dead grass in the beds.

I undestand that most of the mowers do not use bags becaue they have no place to dispose of the clippings. Anyone have any luck in this area?

Hello:
I have a mower with a rear ****** that has never been used. I would be willing to loan or trade with you.

Unfortunately, bagging clippings will only take you much longer to do your lawn, the lawn will look worse and and what you are calling "thatch" will still be there.

Thatch 101


Like someone has already said, Thatch is a lower layer of grass which is caused by too much nitrogen and moisture.


If you are lucky enough to live in a home which has zoyzia grass - start by cutting your lawn to 1/2 inch in height and mulch the clippings - do not bag the clippings.


The problem with grass in your beds is probably caused by neglect and can only be cured by elbow grease and possibly several careful applications of Round up. With the Climate getting better it will be easier.


Having a great lawn in Florida is never easy but it is very possible. Right now it sounds like the lawn is controlling you - with a little patience and extra effort you will soon learn how to take control and things like thatch will disappear and It will be a Great Day In the Villages again.

Good Luck and May you live Every Day of Your Life.