{"id":10455,"date":"2017-05-15T11:33:24","date_gmt":"2017-05-15T11:33:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/weingartz.com\/?p=10455"},"modified":"2017-05-15T11:33:24","modified_gmt":"2017-05-15T11:33:24","slug":"8-best-practices-for-effective-mowing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wgz.powerweb.app\/expert-advice\/2017\/05\/8-best-practices-for-effective-mowing\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Best Practices for Effective Mowing"},"content":{"rendered":"

During the spring and summer we experience longer, warmer days<\/a>, and ultimately, more time spent mowing the yard. You know that maintaining <\/a>a well-kept and healthy lawn is important, but do you know the best way to mow to keep your lawn in mint condition? You can lessen your yard work time by utilizing these practices for effective mowing.<\/p>\n

Mowing Tip #1 \u2013 Take care of your mower<\/h3>\n

Don\u2019t attempt to mow the lawn if your mower <\/a>is not in good shape. Make sure any maintenance or repairs<\/a> have been performed, and make sure your mower has sharp blades. Dull blades<\/a> are an ineffective way to mow and they can damage your lawn.<\/p>\n

Mowing Tip #2 \u2013 Clear debris before mowing<\/h3>\n

Before cutting the grass<\/a>, remove debris like small bits of trash and sticks from your yard. Anything that is too big for your mower to mulch will cause problems for the mower and even create safety hazards.<\/p>\n

Mowing Tip #3 \u2013 Mow in the morning<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s not a necessity, but it is recommended to mow earlier in the day. It\u2019s better for your grass and the cooler temperatures are better for you.<\/p>\n

Mowing Tip #4 \u2013 Choose the correct mowing height<\/h3>\n

Be mindful of how low you cut the grass. It\u2019s best to remove no more than 1\/3 of height of your grass when mowing<\/a>.\u00a0Grass struggles to recover when you cut off more than a third of its height in a single mowing. Continuous\u00a0short mowings will weaken your lawn and leave room for weeds to grow.<\/p>\n

Mowing Tip #5 \u2013 Do not mow wet grass<\/h3>\n

Sunshine and rain are good for your lawn as they keep it healthy and promote grass growth. However, it\u2019s a bad idea to mow the lawn after it rains because wet grass can cause clumping and ruts. Mowing wet grass also leaves your lawn more vulnerable to certain diseases.<\/p>\n

Mowing Tip #6 \u2013 Change directions when mowing<\/h3>\n

Alternate your mowing pattern to prevent lawn damage. The pattern change will control coarse grass and create even surfaces. Ultimately, different patterns promote a healthy lawn, and additionally, add an aesthetically pleasing design<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Mowing Tip #7 \u2013 Keep grass clippings<\/h3>\n

Allowing grass clippings to stay on your lawn after mowing allows nutrients to return to the soil. Consider blowing grass clippings<\/a> back onto your lawn after mowing. This keeps them off your drive and walkways, and off your neighbor\u2019s property. \u00a0This also gives your yard a neat, manicured look.<\/p>\n

Mowing Tip #8 \u2013 Call on the pros<\/h3>\n

Lawn care professionals have the knowledge and skills to keep your lawn beautiful and healthy<\/a>. If you find yourself with questions or come across an issue that doesn\u2019t fit your regular lawn maintenance routine, don\u2019t hesitate to call on the pros.<\/p>\n

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Weingartz, family owned and operated, began in 1945 as a farm supply store for local Michigan families. In the 1970s, we began to focus exclusively on outdoor power equipment. Over time, we morphed into the \u201cpower equipment superstore\u201d that now defines all of our locations. The staff and experts at Weingartz work diligently to provide the best service possible and give honest and helpful advice to each and every customer.<\/p>\n

Weingartz also sells parts for all outdoor power equipment at https:\/\/weingartz.com\/parts-lookup<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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