Operation
17
Mowing Hints
To not cut the grass blades too low. Do not cut more than one-third of the
grass blades, as grass needs to be long enough to absorb sunshine for
growing and developing.
Keep the cutting bar as sharp as possible. A blunt blade will not cut but
tear off the grass blades.
Mulch the lawn from time to time. One reason to do so is to avoid the
endless chore of bagging; another reason is that the grass clippings return
valuable nutrients to the soil. This will save one fertilizer application per
year.
Fertilize the lawn from time to time, but fertilize only when the lawn is
actively growing in order to build up the roots. The active growth time is
when temperatures are between 15°C and 25°C. Fertilize the lawn when it
is freshly mowed and there is light dew on the ground. To improve the
fertilizer’s efficiency, water the lawn soon after an application, or try to
apply fertilizer just before it rains.
Correct irrigation of the lawn depends on many environmental conditions,
such as too much sun, low humidity, high temperatures and wind as well
as excessive foot traffic on the lawn will dry out the soil and thus the lawn
will need much more water. The best time of the day for watering is early
in the morning.
To promote a dense, healthy turf is the best way to keep weeds out of the
lawn. Weed will only growth if the turf canopy is week. Control weeds
when they are young, as older, tougher weeds are often immune to any
plant protection products.
