Don't cut you grass too short. Higher heights
usually provide for a deep root system, looks better, and less likely have
weeds invading.
Don't remove more than one third of the grass
leaf at any one cutting. If circumstances arise that a lawn gets too tall
and you just have to chop off a bunch to get caught up, break it down into
several mows to get caught up with 3 or 4 days between cuttings.
Avoid mowing when the grass is wet.
When mowing only a third with each cutting,
you can safely leave clippings that will quickly decompose and add
nutrients back into the soil. Contrary to popular opinion, grass clippings
do not add to thatch buildup. Grass blades are made up of about 75% water.
Mow your lawn in a different
direction with each mowing. Altering the direction ensures an even cut
since grass blades will grow more erect and less likely to develop into a
set pattern.
Keep your mower's blade sharp.
Remember
to change your mower's oil at least once
during the mowing season.
Also, remember to drain last
year gas tank, or use a fuel stabilizer, don't use that old gas, it can
cause a number of problems.
|
Grass Variety |
Mowing
Height (Inches) |
Optimal
Mowing Height (Inches) |
Frequency of mowing (Days) |
| Buffalograss |
2.0-4.0 |
25. |
7 - 14 |
| Centipedegrass |
1.5-2.5 |
2.0 |
7 - 14 |
| Common Bermudagrass |
1.0-3.0 |
1.5 |
3-7 |
| Hybrid Bermudagrass |
.75-2.0 |
1.0 |
3-7 |
| Kentucky Bluegrass |
1.5-30 |
2.0 |
5-7 |
| St. Augustinegrass |
2.5-40 |
2.5 |
5-7 |
| Tall Fescue |
2.0-4.0 |
2.5 |
7-14 |
