byAlma Abell

An essential part of lawn and landscape maintenance is how and when to mow. This is a task that is often repeated during the summer season but also has undeniable advantages for the lawn all year long. Whether you enjoy it or consider it a weekly chore, mowing the garden is one of the most critical parts of Landscape Maintenance in Spokane. Proper mowing practices help homeowners avoid the majority of problems experts see on a daily basis.

The benefits of lawn care

Mowing grass correctly allows the roots to grow well, thus ensuring the lawn is “rooted” well. A lawn, if appropriately mowed, is more resistant to periods of drought, insect attacks and the spread of weeds. Conversely, shallow clippings form shallow roots, affecting the absorption of water and nutrients by grass, which becomes more vulnerable to the issues listed above.

Mowing, therefore, allows the owner to:

• Ensure a better rooting
• Conserve soil moisture and the green color of the grass
• Prevent damage from diseases and insects (such as grubs)
• To reduce the presence of weeds

The proper way to mow

Landscape Maintenance in Spokane should meet specific basic rules, especially regarding cutting height, frequency, and timing. Mow at two-and-a-quarter inches when first mowing in the spring as this helps to stimulate the growth. Do the same when mowing in the autumn -; to prevent the development of lawn issues.

Mow at the height of about three inches during the rest of the spring, summer and fall seasons. To maintain this height, start mowing as soon as the grass strands reach four inches. Maintain a regular mowing frequency to avoid cutting more than one-third of the length of the strands.

Other things to remember

In times of active growth, mow every week or even every five days. For the summer months, space the mowing every two weeks (unless there is lots of rainfall). Never mow in hot weather or when the lawn is wet, after a rain or with morning dew.

Mow dry grass before a rain or during the late afternoon. This ensures a cleaner cut and evenly distributed residue on the lawn. Modify the mowing path every week so that the clippings are not always spread to the same places. Visit us for more information.