We have several acres of greenbelt behind us (one of the reasons for buying this house) that has Big Leaf Maple, Alder, Cottonwood and a smattering of Evergreens.
Early on I had 3 European Hornbeams planted based on suggestions from a local Nursery- I was told they only grow to 40'X40'.
I got over achievers and they are last to shed about a million little leaves every year so I'm moving leaves for about 2 months.
I still just rake sometimes since its a decent workout and I always feel better after I stop.
I bought a Japanese 2 stroke leaf blower early on that just won't die.
Couple years back I added a Toro electric to my collection that I like but it it goes through to 2.0 amp battery before I'm done with the backyard.
I picked up a 4.0 to switch out.
The old trusty 2 stroke moves more air, so it still gets used at times too.
Ah these first world problems!
