The Best Rotary Mowers

Rear-Mounted

• Rotary mowers that attach to the back of a tractor work best for very large properties that have a lot of grass to mow since the tractor can move faster. These mowers cover a broader area than riding mowers. Storage can be an issue for the larger rotary mowers and the tractor, but homeowners with large properties have more space for storage.

Wheeled Rotary Mower

• With lawns that are used by many members of the family, wheeled rotary mowers work well. This lawn mower is very easy to use and maneuver, but the mower will not necessarily give the lawn a neat appearance. Instead of actually cutting the grass blades, the wheeled rotary mower rips the grass. Some of these models come with a roller, which produces a neater appearance than a mower without a roller. These mowers can cut the lawn to a precise level and can eliminate sponginess in the lawn. The mowers can also cut very tall grass more effectively than many other kinds of lawn mowers. Those who choose the electric rotary mower might want to get one with a rechargeable battery for when they have to mow larger areas, rather than getting a corded one.

Hover Mower

• The Hover rotary mowers do not have wheels and instead rely on the air generated by the blades to lift the mower up off the ground, which reduces the amount of maintenance that homeowners will need to perform on the mower since the mower will have no wheels to lubricate. With no wheels in the way, homeowners can cut more closely to the ground with these mowers than with other types. Also, the mowers are good at maneuvering around very oddly shaped lawns.

Mulching Mower

• Cutting grass into small bits and then returning the grass to the lawn is the function of the mulching mower. Mulch prevents weeds from germinating, which reduces the amount of work that the gardener must put into gardening. Mulching also helps retain soil moisture during dry seasons and helps insulate the lawn.