Mowing Tips For A Hardy, Healthy Lawn

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Volleyball games, croquet, picnics and slip-n-slides will leave no trace on your lawn if you care for it properly.

Recently, green industry associations and companies have come together to form Project Ever- Green to raise the awareness of the environmental, economic and lifestyle benefits of landscapes and promote the significance of those who preserve and enhance green spaces at home, work and play. Project EverGreen is sharing knowledge about healthy turf with consumers.

Mowing Techniques

With the exception of the first mowing of the season, never cut more than one-third of the grass leaf blade during a single mowing. Leaving grass longer aids in reducing water needs and helps grass absorb sunshine for photosynthesis. Grass mowed at two to three inches maintains a deeper root system than grass mowed at one inch.

Before mowing, perform a safety check by removing debris or trash from the lawn that could become harmful projectiles. The best time to mow is during the day when the grass is dry, never when the light is dim or the lawn is wet. It’s best to leave grass clippings on the lawn to return nutrients to the soil. Children should also...

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