5 Ways John Deere Gators Make Landscaping and Lawn Care Easier
4/17/2025
Caleb Hennington
John Deere Gators aren’t just for fun; although, if you’ve ever gone trail riding on a Gator, you know just how fun they can be! Gators are John Deere’s crossover utility vehicle, or XUV, and are the perfect workhorse for both recreational activities and work projects. They are particularly beneficial for landscapers and lawn care specialists in Tennessee.
Ready to see how a Gator can be your new best friend if you’re a lawn and landscaping professional? Here are five ways they can make your work easier.
Weed Control and Lawn Maintenance
Gators are versatile machines that can be equipped with many different attachments. If you’re concerned with pesky weeds taking over your lawn or garden, then consider attaching a sprayer to your Gator. A sprayer helps with weed control and maintaining a well-groomed lawn. Simply find the sprayer that works with your Gator model, fill the sprayer tank with your preferred herbicide, and get to work controlling your weeds. Most sprayers that work with Gators fit into your Gator’s bed, so be sure to measure your equipment carefully to see which sprayer works best.
Transporting Tools and Materials
Need to haul tools or materials? A Gator can do it! Gators are excellent for transporting heavy loads such as soil, gravel, or landscaping equipment across large properties. Their compact size allows them to navigate tight spaces that larger vehicles cannot. So whether you’re regrading a lawn with fresh soil or transporting trimmers for your next landscaping project, a Gator can get it done. Most Gators offer a spacious bed that’s great for transporting bags of materials, with an easy drop gate to unload it once you get to the job site.
The XUV835M is an excellent and powerful Gator option for hauling tools and materials. Available in either a diesel or gas engine, the 835M features a 4,000-pound towing capacity, smooth power steering, and even a climate-controlled operator cabin for those sweltering summer months.
Watering and Fertilizing
Not only are Gators good for hauling sprayers for herbicides or pesticides, they are also great at water and fertilizer transportation. Gators can be used to transport water tanks or spray fertilizers, making it easier to water plants and fertilize grass across large areas. This is particularly useful during warmer weather when plants require more care. Never worry about a dead or brown lawn again; use your Gator to make quick work of watering and fertilizing tasks!
Easier Maneuverability
Have you ever arrived at a job and realized your work truck is way too big to get through a fence gate or fit into tighter spaces? That’s where a Gator excels. Gators are compact and highly maneuverable, allowing them to reach areas that larger landscaping equipment cannot. This makes them ideal for maintaining sidewalks, garden beds, and other small spaces within a property.
For those looking to save a little on their Gator purchase, the older model XUV825I is available used from many dealers, including Tennessee Tractor. The 825I is an excellent option if you’re looking for a Gator that’s powerful, and tough, but still easy to maneuver on job sites. Check our used equipment page to find a used XUV825I near you.
Snow Removal
Although Tennessee sees fewer snow days than other parts of the country, it still happens! And you don’t want to be out of luck and unable to access a driveway or work site because of snow or ice pileups. In colder weather, Gators can be fitted with snow plows or winch blades, making snow removal efficient and effortless. Sometimes, properties have strict snow removal policies, so it’s beneficial to have a Gator that adheres to the removal guidelines with a snow plow.
Find Your Gator at Tennessee Tractor
Ready to find the perfect Gator model for your next landscaping or lawn care job? Then come visit us at Tennessee Tractor, conveniently located across West Tennessee to make it easy to find your next machine.
Our experts are ready to talk with you about your needs and help you find the perfect new or used Gator. Visit us today!