Stop Mowing your Lawn Like this 🛑
When it comes to taking care of your lawn, there Definitely is a right way and a wrong way. Before you start cutting, let’s talk about common mistakes that are made.
Dull Blades ✂️
Using dull blades tears your grass rather than cutting it. This leads to uncessary stress on your grass, discoloration, uneven cuts and extra force on your mower.
✅ For a clean cut and crisp lines, keep your mower blades sharp. Clear aware grass clippings after each use and aim to sharpen the blade regularly.
Cutting Too Short and too much📐
Cutting your lawn too short weakens the roots, causes brown patches and can dry out the soil underneath. Cutting too leaves your grass vulnerables to diseases and stress. So, then how much is enough?
✔️ One-Third Rule: Do not remove more than 1/3 of the grass length.
Cutting Wet Grass💧
Florida rain is great for bringing moisture to your lawn. However, there is no need to rush outside to mow the lawn once the rain stops. Wet grass
Let the grass dry, perfection takes time.
✔️ Follow this link to learn more about why your lawn has a growth spout after it rains:
https://www.themowingpanda.com/the-green-guide/why-does-my-lawn-grow-so-fast-after-it-rains
The Bottom Line 🐼
Perfect lawns don’t grow over night. Your grass needs the proper attention and care to thrive.
Avoid dull blades and cutting the grass when wet and familiarize yourself with the one-third rule.
