Mowing your lawn may seem like a simple and straightforward task. However, without the right knowledge, preparation, and technique, you may actually end up causing serious damage to your lawn.
To help you mow your grass correctly, and ensure that it grows into a healthy, thick and drought-resistant lawn, follow the simple lawn mowing tips outlined below.
Get Your Mower Ready
Before you start mowing your lawn, start by getting the mower ready. It is recommended that you sharpen the cutting blade at the beginning of the mowing season for the best cutting results. A sharp blade cuts the grass cleanly; leaving it looking nice and healthy. A dull blade on the other hand may end up damaging your lawn as it is forced to tear through blades of grass – exposing it to pests and diseases.
Remember to top up the lawn mower fuel tank, or battery pack, before you start working to avoid unnecessary interruptions midway through the mowing work.
Prepare The Lawn
The presence of stones, baseballs and other foreign objects/debris on your lawn can further complicate the work at hand. Before you get down to the grass cutting part, take the time to carefully inspect your lawn, and pick out any foreign objects that may pose a risk to you or your lawn mower.
Cut Down To The Right Height
As a rule of thumb, you should never cut your grass by more than a third of its overall height; otherwise you risk causing serious damage to the lawn. In general you should cut the grass higher during hotter weather to preserve soil moisture and prevent the growth of weeds. During colder weather (the last mowing before the onset of winter), cut the grass shorter to counter damp conditions that may encourage the occurrence of snow mold on the grass.
Grass growing in shady areas should also be allowed to grow higher to boost photosynthesis in the limited light conditions, as well as encourage the growth of deeper roots.
Mow At The Right Time
The best time to mow your lawn is when shade falls on the grass. Cutting the grass during the cooler part of the day gives it more time to recover without losing too much water. If you cut the lawn during the heat of the day, the grass takes longer to recover, as the added water loss causes further stress on the grass.
Avoid Using A Bag
Grass clippings are filled with healthy nutrients. If you want your lawn to benefit from these nutrients, avoid using a bag, instead allowing the clippings to fall onto parts of the lawn that you have already mowed. This way, you not only fertilize your lawn for free, but also save yourself the work of collecting and disposing off the clippings.
Conclusion
A perfectly manicured lawn will always be the envy of your neighbors. And, with the above lawn mowing tips in mind and in practice, you will have an easier time keeping your lawn looking healthy and lush, throughout the year.
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