Keeping your lawn looking pristine can be a challenging task to master, even for those gifted with a green thumb. Many home and business owners overlook the skill and vigilance required to maintain a prized lawn. Many people don't consider how mowing and maintenance regulations change from season to season.
To give you a better understanding of what may be needed to keep your lawn looking lush all year, we've listed some of the seasonal aspects that will influence mowing frequency:
During the warmer months, mowing may be required anywhere between once or twice a week, depending on your lawn type. However, leaving your lawn too long between mowings will increase the difficulty of cutting. The grass thatch layer can also become more prominent, making your property look dull and dead.
While the summer months see your lawn grow at a faster rate, during the winter, your growth rate tends to slow down. As a result, you should adjust your mowing frequency to your grass's growth pattern. Depending on your lawn variety, you can expect to mow your lawn once every 3–4 weeks during the cooler months.
Some types of grass, such as buffalo, can be deceiving and may not look like they're growing much throughout the winter. Although this is often because the lawn thatch layer is becoming more profound and more robust,
If you don't keep on top of your lawn mowing, you risk your lawn thatch layer getting out of hand. Regular mowing will aid in keeping the leaves green throughout the winter.
Cutting their lawns too short is a common mistake that homeowners make. Cutting grass too fast reduces the plant's ability to produce energy and grow nicely.
Mowing your lawn at the correct height allows grass to develop a more robust root system, increasing the plant's stress tolerance. It is also essential to remember that different grass varieties have varying growth habits that will relate to the mowing heights. As an example, cool-season and warm-season grass types require other maintenance techniques.
When determining the correct cutting height, it is essential to remember the 'One-Third' rule: never remove more than one-third of the grass height at a time. This removes less plant tissue, keeping your grass cooler during the summer.
A common misconception about caring for a lawn during extreme heat is overwatering. It is essential to remember that grass often does better on the dryer side of things than wet. When the soil is constantly moist, it creates too many problems for the earth and organisms. Your lawn's roots will be deprived of oxygen and may become susceptible to diseases as they tend to thrive in moist conditions. In short, the drier the grass and soil are, the less disease there will be.
You can't beat hiring a professional mowing service if you are still unsure. Give the Guaranteed Garden Services team a call today, and our expert team will be able to create a mowing and maintenance schedule based on your grass type and the time of year, ensuring your lawn is looking the way it should be all year round!
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