Feb 7, 2025 · Tips on how to mow the lawn, ahead of the first grass cut of the year, including grass preparation, the one third rule and electric lawnmowers.

Jan 26, 2022 · STEP 1: Trim and edge the grass. Before you get behind the lawn mower, trim and edge your yard to reduce the risk of damaging trees, plants, and hardscaping by getting too …

Jan 27, 2024 · Grass clippings should always be less than 1 inch long. How short you mow your lawn also depends on the season. Yards can be cut a little lower in the spring and fall when …

Dec 19, 2023 · Mowing your lawn may seem like a pretty cut-and-dried chore. (No pun intended.) But there are definite do’s and don’ts when it comes to cutting grass. Check out these 10 …

Jul 20, 2023 · Below, review our grass-cutting height chart for types of grasses and learn how high to cut grass in the spring, summer, and fall. Cool-season grasses should typically be cut …

Mar 14, 2025 · For your first mow of the season, aim to cut your grass to about 2.5 to 3 inches in height, depending on the type of grass you have. "Don’t cut it too short," Handley warns. …

Mar 11, 2025 · Cutting wet grass is a main cause of fungal diseases, and driving the lawn mower on damp soil can easily lead to compaction. Wet grass also clumps on your lawn and can get …

6 days ago · Mow cool-season grass more frequently. Cool-season types of grass grow fast in spring. Just-right temperatures combined with plentiful moisture can cause grass to grow so …

Creating the perfect lawn is both an art and a science. It requires understanding the right techniques and tools, as well as the optimal timing to cut your grass for maintaining a lush, …

Grass-cutting tips for a safe and sufficient job, including when to mow, best weather for cutting your grass, and what to wear cutting your grass.