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Height.
When deciding on a mowing height, the most important consideration is the
variety of turfgrass. Use the table below to determine the optimum height for
your turf. During the hottest months, the higher cut is recommended.
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Grass Type |
Height |
Grass Type |
Height |
| Bahia Grass |
2.5" - 3" |
Centipedegrass |
1.5" - 2" |
| Bent Grass |
.25" - 1" |
Fescues |
1" - 3" |
| Bermudagrass |
.5" - 1" |
Ryegrass |
2" |
| Bluegrass |
2" |
St. Augustinegrass |
2.5" - 3" |
| Carpetgrass |
1" - 2" |
Zoysiagrass |
1" - 2" |
Timing.
Determining when to mow should be based on the growth rate of the grass, not on
the calendar. To keep your lawn looking its best, remove only about one-third
of the leaf blade each time you mow. Another good practice is to change
direction with each mowing. This keeps the turf growing in an erect, upright
position rather than leaning in the direction it was mowed. It also helps
reduce turf wear and the possibility of scalping.
Sharp Blade.
Making sure your rotary mower blade is sharp is probably the single most
important requirement for proper mowing. A dull blade rips and shreds the grass
instead of cutting it. Mowing with a dull edge makes the grass susceptible to
several problems, such as brown leaf tips, diseases and insects. A good
guideline for blade sharpening is to sharpen your rotary mower blade once each
month. Try it! You’ll really notice the difference.
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