Mow Your Lawn Longer No mowing your lawn like it’s a professional putting green…Keep your grass length longer.
Longer grass blades discourage the growth of weeds and pest insects, which mean there is less pressure to apply toxic pesticides and herbicides to your lawn. Keeping the blades longer also shades the roots more, which helps prevent the soil from drying out. It can lead to healthier roots, so the grass should require less water in the long run.
Studies reveal that it's better to mow your lawn regularly, removing no more than one-third of the blade length at a time.
Varying types of grass have different optimum growth heights, so it's not a bad idea to consult a gardener or speak with the staff at your local nursery to determine what's best for your particular lawn, and aim for the upper range.
Studies do reveal that cutting the grass 3 or 4 inches taller can reduce evaporation up to 70% to 80%. Remember to keep your cutting blades sharp, as that prevents the tearing that is hard on plant tissue.
Reducing the amount of weeds in your lawn will also cut down on how often you cut your lawn, which saves on gas and potentially harmful chemicals emitted by your tractor each time you mow.
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