Mowing your grass is one of those yard chores that has to be done, no matter what the weather. But does when you cut it matter? It turns out there actually is a best time to mow your lawn. Ideally, ...

Mowing your lawn each week during summer might seem as easy as pushing your mower without much thought. But when it comes to grass cutting, height matters. Cutting too short can stress the grass and ...

The arrival of spring means it's time to bring your lawn mower out of storage for the season. Depending on where you live, grass typically starts growing again by March and may ev ...

Knowing how to mow your lawn properly is as important as establishing a sound fertilization and irrigation regimen for your grass; you should be mowing, leaving the right height, and cleaning up ...

Keep mowing until grass growth slows, usually when temps drop below 50°F. Maintain a mowing height of 2.5–3 inches; cutting too short stresses your lawn. Once grass goes dormant in winter, stop mowing ...

Spring lawn care is crucial for a healthy lawn during the summer. Improving soil, managing watering, fertilizing correctly, and mowing high are key to lawn care. Using a mulching mower and managing ...

If you’re a homeowner who cuts the grass short to “get more time between mows,” it may be time to change your strategy. According to lawn care pros, cutting your lawn too short or “scalping” can ...

From blade sharpness to soil conditions, these early-season mowing mistakes can damage your lawn.

Ideally, “it’s better to mow when the canopy, or grass leaves, are dry,” says Waltz. “That means after the dew has dried, which is usually around mid-morning, even in the humid Southeast.” It's also ...