Though mowing seems simple enough, but each time you cut your
grass you are paving the way for your yard’s success or failure. Mow correctly,
and you’ll end up grooming turf that’s healthy, drought-tolerant and thick
enough to crowd out weeds. Mow incorrectly, and your yard will struggle to
survive. Time mowings so that you never remove more than one-third of the total
leaf surface with each cutting.
If you are on the lookout for yard care services or lawn mowing Simpsonville services,
don’t look beyond the acclaimed Curb Appeal Lawn Care. Our services include
mowing, weed eating, edging and blowing; hedge trimming; mulch and pine
needles; aerating and seeding; pooper scooping; landscaping and more.
We are listing a few valuable mowing tips for a healthy yard:
Scalping
Yard- Do not scalp grass, which is cutting it too short as a
scalped yard is vulnerable to diseases and weed infestation. Additionally, scalped
turf tends to be weak and sparse, which exposes soil which is one of the No. 1
contributors to weed success as it allows weed seed to take root. Grass that’s
consistently cut too short has a poorly developed root system, which makes the
yard more prone to serious damage from drought or high temperatures.
Sharpen
Mower Blade- Get the best results from each mowing by keeping your mower
blade sharp as a sharp blade cuts grass cleanly, while a dull blade tears
grass, creating a jagged, uneven edge which creates openings for pests and
diseases to enter grass blades. During the mowing season, it is advisable to sharpen
blades at least a few times. Do not mow over thick branches or stones which can
reduce blade dulling or even damage.
Adjust
Mower Height- Adjust mower height throughout the growing season, for
example, shift the cutting deck higher in summer and allow grass to grow
longer. Taller grass not only helps shade soil, which prevents weed growth and
slows water evaporation from soil, but also develops deeper roots, which
creates a lawn that can withstand drought better.
Shady
Mowing- Yards that grow in shady areas benefit from a higher mowing
height. Alternatively, in a low-light situation, this is a great benefit and a
secret to growing a healthy lawn in the shade.
Mow When
Grass Is Dry- Mow when grass is dry as mowing a wet lawn doesn’t harm the
grass, but it doesn’t yield the best results. Apart from wet grass filling and
clogging a mower deck, it also has a tendency to fall over and clump together
as you mow, creating an uneven cut. Check for clumps of wet grass that fall off
the mower and remove these from the yard after mowing to avoid killing grass. Do
not mow in soggy soil, or you risk creating wheel ruts and tearing up grass. If
you must mow the yard when it’s damp, treat the underside of your mower with
oil or silicone spray to help prevent grass from sticking. Your mower blade should be sharp enough to avoid ripping
grass out of soil.
Mow In
Shade- Pruning a plant causes stress, and grass is no different. Mowing
creates tremendous stress on grass plants. Experts recommend waiting until there’s
shade on the lawn as if you mow during
the heat of the day, individual grass plants lose more water and recover much
more slowly than if you mow during the cooler part of the day whereas grass in
the shade loses less water when cut and is quicker to rebound.
Mowing
Pattern- Every time you mow, just avoid mowing in the same direction
or pattern as when you do this, you risk compacting soil and actually creating
ruts, and both can lead to grass that’s less healthy, followed by weeds that
thrive in compacted soil.
To
hire services of Curb Appeal Lawn Care in Simpsonville, contact us on 864-399-9185.
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