A Quick Guide to Lawn Mowing in Dallas, TX
BY WIKILAWN | MARCH 5TH, 2019 | DALLAS
Lawn mowing is the most common maintenance task you will perform, typically each week, depending on the weather that week. While mowing seems pretty straightforward, you want to make sure you are doing it correctly. Here are some tips.
- Never cut more than one-third of the height of your grass. If you cut your grass too short, it makes the grass more susceptible to diseases and pests.
- Don’t stop mowing until the growth stops and the temperatures drop down lower.
- Leave behind the grass clippings. You might think it looks unkempt, but grass clippings decompose rapidly back into the soil, acting as an organic fertilizer that provides nutrients back to your soil.
- Remember to use a varying pattern each time you mow. Otherwise, your grass blades start to lean in the direction you cut.
Each type of grass in big D has a recommended mowing height. Some grasses do better when at a shorter height, but some do require a higher length. At the start of the season, make sure you sharpen your mowing blades and raise (or lower) the blades to the appropriate height.
The recommended mowing heights for popular grass types in Dallas, TX are:
- Bermuda – 1.5 to 1.75 inches
- Augustine – 2 to 2.5 inches
- Centipede – 2 to 2.5 inches
- Zoysia – 1 inch
During periods of drought, you should mow at the higher end of the recommended spectrum. You can go as far as letting grass reach a full inch above the normal height. Doing so gives the roots ample time to grow deeper into the soil, finding water deep down.
Of course, be sure to remain safe when mowing the lawn. Never mow the lawn during the dark, and be sure to collect all rocks and stones. Additionally, never let your kid sit on your lap while operating a riding lawn mower – that’s the source of many child injuries.
Don’t want to brave the Texas heat this summer? We’ve compiled a list of the top lawn care services in Dallas, TX for your convenience.
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