Just how and when you
mow depends on several factors, including the type of
grass, the season of the
year, and
the amount of fertilizer and
water applied.
For example, cool-season
grasses need mowing more in spring and fall,
and warm-season
grasses need less
in summer.
Also, the more you fertilize
and water, the more you'll need
to mow. The important element is
flexibility. You may have to mow twice a week during peak growth periods, or only
twice a month during the slow times.
When you mow, vary your pattern.
Mowing in the same direction every time tends to compact
soil. Grass leans or grows in the
direction it is mowed, so altering the mowing pattern will keep it
straight.
Do not cut wet grass. It
mows unevenly and the clippings clog the mower as well as mat on the grass,
blocking light. For safety's sake, mow slight slopes using a diagonal
method. If
the ground is uneven, avoid scalping high spots.
Either raise the mowing height or re-grade the area.
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