I was scything today and noticed new alder tree shoots clustering in specific locations. Those are the locations I’m going to plant some plum and Rainer cherry trees
Discussion
Do you use your scythe alot? Been thinking i might need one.
In the spring, I use the scythe every day for 20 minutes or so.
I have a long grass blade, and a short bush blade. I’ve been able to kill off blackberries and turn a fair sized area into yard just using the scythe. It’s great, meditative exercise, and it’s also an effective tool. I actually don’t own a mower.
But I did buy a quality one from a company that hand makes them, and takes your measurements to make sure the snath fits your body.
scythesupply.com is who I bought from
I’ve used an old dull scythe before and it’s not pretty.
Blisters and a sore back.
But it was still a lot of fun haha
Oh man. That doesn’t sound fun. A super sharp blade with a fitted snath is a breeze. Especially on flat ground with normal grass. It’s faster than a mower.
That’s a great exercise and similar meditativeness as as a bow and arrow
Thanks for that info. It does sound like a great tool.