Garden Lawns need consistent care in order for your grass to flourish. Especially during the summer months when the temperature rises. Many lawn owners pride themselves on having a bright coloured, healthy, freshly cut lawn so its good to know how to keep this in order during those hotter days.

When To Mow

During the warm seasons, the optimal time to cut your lawn is in the evening when the sun is down. This helps keep moisture in the roots while the blades are long. In addition, evening mowing gives the grass about 12 hours of shade and healing time before the next sunrise.

How much To Mow

The general rule is to cut one-third of the grass height when mowing your lawn. For example, if the grass looks best at 2 inches, mow it when it is 3 inches high. If a mowing session is missed, raise the height of the mower to avoid cutting the lawn too short. A few days later, cut the grass at the normal height. Avoid scalping the lawn. When too much grass is removed, grass health decreases and the heat turns it yellowish brown. Reduce scalping by alternating the mowing pattern.

When Not to Mow Your Lawn

When the weather is very warm , the idea would be to wake up first thing and cut the lawn. However, if your lawn has morning dew or was recently watered it is best to hold off. Wet grass is more thank likely to suffer from uneven cuts. Additionally, he clippings get trapped in the lawnmower and are likely to stick together and cover the grass, shielding necessary sunlight. Also, disease spreads easier and grass is more likely to tear from the ground when it is wet.

Safety Tips

Mowing in hot temperatures can cause dizziness and heat stroke, thus it is important to remain hydrated and take short breaks in between to avoid exhaustion. Additionally, ensure you wear sunscreen to protect your skin from the sun.