How to Mow the Lawn Efficiently

Frequent, proper lawn mowing keeps lawns robust and looking neat. In addition to its aesthetic benefits, lawn mowing eliminates hiding spots for some pest insects and wild animals and prevents weeds growth. Unfortunately, a sloppy mowing job can harm grass and stress your lawn. For best results, use well-maintained equipment and customize your mowing to your specific type of grass.

Lawn mower
Lawn trimmers

Instructions

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  Take the lawn mower to a professional to have the blade sharpened at the beginning of the mowing season. A dull blade can tear the tips of grass blades.
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  Look on your grass-seed package to determine the ideal mowing height range for your specific type of grass. Kentucky bluegrass should be mowed to heights between 1 3/4 and 2 1/2 inches, while bahia, fescue, blue grama and buffalo grasses thrive best at heights between 2 and 3 inches.
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  Remove sticks, rocks and other debris from the lawn before mowing. Stray objects can damage the mower's blade and may be destroyed if they get in the mower's path.
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  Mow the grass once a week, if possible. During dry, hot weather, mow to a height in the upper ideal range. During cool weather, mow to a height in the lower range. If you skip several weeks for any reason, start mowing at the highest possible height and mow at a normal, shorter height the following week to prevent stressing the grass.
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  Use lawn trimmers to clip the grass around paths or plants. Using the mower in these delicate locations can harm the blades or damage your plants.
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  Mow the lawn in a continuous spiral or in rows. Use a different direction each time to prevent the grass from laying in one direction.

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