With winter starting to come to an end, it’s time to start thinking about taking care of your lawn. While everyone loves having a beautifully manicured lawn that is the envy of their neighbors, there are many lawn care mistakes that you might be making.
Many people believe that the shorter they cut their grass, the less they will have to mow. The truth is, for the best quality lawn you should only remove one-third of the blades of grass with each mow. Shorter clippings break down more easily, which allows for some of the natural nitrogen to return to the soil. If you cut your grass too short, the long clippings can cause stress on the grass and inhibit healthy growth.
You can’t only focus on the visual part of your lawn that people see. Even though you want your grass to look green, you need to also pay attention to the soil. The soil is what supplies the roots with necessary nutrients and create a beautiful looking lawn. Keep your soil well fertilized and you will have that green grass you are looking for.
Many home owners fall into a mowing routine. They always cut the grass in the exact same pattern and this can mat down the turf and inhibit growth. If you vary your mowing pattern you can reduce strain on the turf, which will encourage a healthier and more beautiful lawn.
