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Choosing a Tiller: Match Size to Job and Body

Small beds (50–100 sq ft): lightweight 2-cycle tiller after spading. Large plots (1000–5000 sq ft): rent heavy rear-tine once/twice yearly. Big tillers are back-breaking. Keep small one for daily use.

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