MOWING TIPS
When to Mow
Most grasses should be mowed
when they have grown
1
⁄
2
to 1
inch above their recommended
height.
More frequent mowing is required
for mulching than for bagging. For
best results, you may need to
mow the lawn twice a week during
the growing season.
Cutting Height
Consult a local nursery or lawn
and garden center for cutting
height recommendations and
advice about specific types of
grasses and growing conditions in
your area.
If you look closely, you’ll see that
most grass has stems and leaves.
If you cut off the leaves, you’ll
scalp the lawn. Let the grass
recover between mowings. Your
mower will work better, and your
lawn will look better.
If your grass gets too tall, cut it once at the highest cutting height
setting, then mow again in 2 or 3 days. Don’t take off more than one
third of total grass height in any one mowing, or brown patches may
develop.
Cutting height adjustment is explained on page 10.
Cutting Width
For an even lawn finish, overlap each mowing swath by a few inches.
If the grass is very tall or thick, use more overlap and a narrower
mowing swath.
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