Monthly Archives: August 2015

The Augusta National Golf Club

August 28, 2015Joe's Lawn ThoughtsAugusta, GolfJoe

Name me one lawn mower worth his weight in lawn clippings who hasn’t dreamed of mowing the greens and fairways of the fabled grounds of the Augusta National Golf Club. Amen Corner, Rae’s Creek, the Eisenhower Pine……the mere mention of these iconic features makes me want to fire up the mower and “slay some blades” (aka mow grass)! And now that they’ve finally opened the course to women, one would be free to mow without the burden of grappling with any moral quandaries.

My Joe Will Mow Rating for The Augusta National Golf Club:

Five out of Five Mowers – My Highest Rating !

The National Garden in Athens, Greece

August 21, 2015Joe's Lawn ThoughtsGreece, InsolvencyJoe

This is a topical selection given all the recent news about Greece going down the tubes financially. This stately garden dates back to 1838, and is well known in Greece as the setting of the famous “monkey bite” suffered by King Alexander. Winston Churchill once said it was no exaggeration to say this monkey bite changed the course of Greek history. I have always wanted to visit Athens and if I ever do I’d love to have the chance to mow here. Probably the only downside would be the high likelihood (given current circumstances) of non-payment for my services. Learn more about the National Garden in Athens here.

My Joe Will Mow Rating for The National Garden in Athens:

Four out of Five Mowers

The Asticou Azalea Garden

August 14, 2015Joe's Lawn ThoughtsMaineJoe

The Asticou Azalea Garden in Northeast Harbor, Maine is something every Mainer should see. Designed in 1956 by Charles K. Savage, a Northeast Harbor resident, these gardens offer an interesting and striking combination of local plants and Japanese design. Plan your visit wisely and you can avoid the crowds. Visit here to learn more about this must see !

My Joe Will Mow Rating for the Asticou Azalea Garden:

Five out of Five Mowers – My Highest Rating !

The Gardens of Versailles

August 7, 2015Joe's Lawn ThoughtsCroque Monsieur, VersaillesJoe

The Gardens of Versailles

We may as well start off with an obvious one – the famous Gardens of Versailles in France. These grounds are surely on the “must mow” bucket list of nearly every lawn care professional. Famous for its meticulously groomed lawns, these gardens offer a tremendous challenge to even the most skilled mow-man or mow-woman. Though I have not been here myself, I hope to some day. To learn more about this amazing place click here.

My Joe Will Mow Rating for the Gardens of Versailles:

Five out of Five Mowers – My Highest Rating !