Proper Mowing

Why is mowing so important? It can be the most important determining factor in a successful lawn. Here are some tips we recommend:

1. Mow High. We recommend 3.5” to 4” (this typically are the top 2 settings on your mower) The longer the grass , the deeper the roots grow, giving them better access to water and nutrients.

2. When to start? Give you grass a change to come fully out of its winter dormancy phase. Let it get a little shaggy, maybe your neighbors will look at you a little funny. Give it an extra week and then mow on the highest setting. This will get your lawn ready for the mowing season.

3. Train your grass. Once you have the lawn at 3.5” to 4”, keep it there! When the hot/dry summer months start, switch to a bi-weekly mowing schedule. If in a drought situation and not watering, wait until the grass starts to grow again, typically after a few storms.

4. Sharp mower blades! Our recommendations is to buy an extra set and keep one set sharp at all times. Switch them out 2 times a year, spring and late summer. Sharp blades can reduce the likelihood of disease by up to 25%.