When you start to mow go along the edges first to define your boundaries and give yourself a clear border to work with. In the spring I leave my paths natural to produce wildflowers to admire and provide food for the wildlife. When I start to tidy up the space I consider this and use the exhaust from the mower to blow any seed heads into the center of the path.  This will provide seeds for next year’s crop without anymore work on my part.Â
Mowing right up to the base of existing shrubs and trees will give a nice finished look. It won’t be perfect, but it will tidy it up enough to be passable for most … and certainly perfect for the wildlife who don’t mind if it’s not manicured perfectly. Push the mower up underneath overhanging branches and limbs, but be careful not to damage any in the process. You can also lift the front of the mower and place it directly down very close to the base of the plant to trim closer rather than trying to push around it and risk catching it with the wheels.
Borders are really overrated! Weeding on your hands and knees is avoidable! Having an electric push mower that can be started with the push of a button is the best thing I’ve ever had! It makes mowing so easy because it can be turned on in an instant … whenever I need it and it’s as tough and sturdy as a gas mower! Â
Granted it’s not a showcase landscape, but it works great for me because I can actually get it done … Lupus be damned!
Gardening and landscaping with MS is challenging, but I have come up with a balance that works for me … it might work for you as well.
Now put the mower away and enjoy the space! Get a cup of tea and relax and watch the wildlife! Â