Proper cutting techniques are absolutely essential to an Ecology
Friendly Lawn Proper cutting techniques are absolutely essential
to an Ecology Friendly Lawn. As the intensity of summer heat
changes during the growing season, so will the rate at which
your lawn grows, therefore it's necessary to change the
frequency of cutting. There are few other pointers below that
will help you manage your lawn like an expert. Mow Frequently
(every 4 to 7 days). Spring time requires more frequent cutting
because a large percentage of total growth occurs in the spring
time. Never remove more than 1/3 of the leaf blade; otherwise
stress will result in browning. Cut at a height of 2.5 to 3
inches. (6 to 7 cm). Bentgrass is an exception and is best cut
at 1 to 1.5 inches. (3 to 4 cm). Mowing at these heights allows
your lawn to shade out newly germinated weed seeds, and forces
weeds like dandelions and plantain to grow more upright,
resulting in more removal of weed leaf area when the lawn is
mowed. Turfgrass root depth is als