The John Deere One-Touch Mulch Control Kit allows you to go from mulching to side-discharge with one adjustment so you can mow each area of your lawn without interruption. This allows you to keep clippings out of your driveway or flower bed.

Do you really need mulching blades?

Mulching blades are an excellent choice for use on lawns that receive a mowing every three to four days. Using mulching blades on overgrown grass can result in clogging under the deck and piles of grass on the cut lawn. Mulching is also an environmentally friendly way to deal with grass clippings.

What does a mulching kit do on a mower?

Mulching mowers not only create a stream of air that directs the grass up into the mower blades, but once the grass is cut, the clippings hit the blade multiple times before they go back onto the lawn. This is in contrast to other mowers which direct the clippings out the side or into a bag.

What is mulch on demand John Deere?

The John Deere Mulch On Demand deck lets you switch between mulching and side-discharging without ever leaving your seat. Save time and money by keeping clippings off of sidewalks and driveways and out of mulch beds.

Can you mulch with a riding mower?

Using a mulching riding mower not only helps save time and money, but it also leaves your lawn looking pristine and healthy. These kinds of mowers are equipped with mulching blades for leaves, or you may have to purchase a mulching kit to use separately.

Is mulch good for grass?

Mulching grass clippings provides more nutrients for your soil. As they break down, the clippings will release nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus. These are essential nutrients that your lawn needs to stay healthy.

Are high lift blades good for mulching?

High lift blades CANNOT offer you the mulching function. Your options are limited to either bagging clippings or discharging them, hence why they’re known as 2-in-1 blades. But it’s the “high lift” that differentiates them from other types of mower blades.

What’s the difference between mulching blades and regular blades?

The primary difference between a mulching blade and a regular blade is shape. A mulching blade typically has a more curved profile than a regular blade, and it is also likely to have cutting edges along more of its surface than a regular blade does.

Is a mulching blade better than a regular blade?

The main thing that a regular blade can do better than a mulching blade is in generating lift. Regular blades typically provide “medium lift” (it’s possible to buy high lift blades if you need more), and this is the reason why they’re considered the better option if you’re going to bag your clippings every time.

Is mulching better than side discharge?

If you’re mowing large, open areas, where you can direct cut grass back onto your lawn as fertilizer, side discharge is the best choice for lawn health. Mulching mowers are more specialized and typically work more slowly and yield less pristine cuts than side discharge.

How often should you mulch your lawn?

Organic mulch normally lasts 5-6 years. Though, several factors may cause you to have to replace or replenish mulch every 1-2 years. Organic mulch decomposes over time, so it will need to be replaced eventually.

When should I put mulch on my lawnmower?

Any blades should work when bagging, but if you want finer pieces, you should use a mulching blade. Most of the time, mulching your clippings is the best option. You should bag your clippings if the grass is tall, leaves are covering the lawn, or you need to prevent disease and weeds from spreading.

What is John Deere MOD deck?

The John Deere Mulch On Demand deck allows an operator to switch between mulching and side discharging without leaving the mower. This saves cleanup time by keeping clippings off sidewalks and driveways and out of mulch beds.

How thick is a 7 gauge steel mower deck?

7-Gauge Steel Decks

Most companies use a much thinner 10-gauge steel. Ten gauge is only 0.179” thick, compared to 7 gauge which is 0.135” thick.

Are all John Deere decks stamped?

All of John Deere’s commercial mowing series 7-Iron II, 7-Iron Pro, and 7-Iron Mulch On Demand decks are stamped from a single piece of steel.

Do lawn mower baggers work?

Both lawn sweepers and baggers are extremely versatile. They can make the tedious work of raking leaves a walk in the park. A bagger shines when it comes to collecting grass clippings and fall leaves. The lawnmower blade shreds both types of organic matter to make bagging much easier.