Expert warns worst time of day to mow your lawn that could leave yard permanently damaged
Lawns are mowed more frequently during the summer months, but there are certain times that are better than others, according to an expert.
As summer approaches, gardeners nationwide are prepping their gardens for social gatherings. Tasks like deadheading, pruning, and cleaning patios and fences are on the agenda, and many might be tempted to give their lawns a quick trim.
With June's higher temperatures spurring faster grass growth, lawns will likely need more frequent mowing.
However, an expert warns that mowing at certain times of day could spell disaster for your lawn. Chris Cooper from Hayter, a British battery mower manufacturer, advises gardeners to "change the time of day" they mow their lawns in June for a crucial reason.
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Cooper cautioned: "Never mow in the early morning, at midday or after dusk."
He explained why that is, saying: "Mowing in the morning can mean dealing with dew-wet grass, midday mowing is too hot, and mowing after dusk leaves your lawn vulnerable to fungal attacks."
Looking at the timeline, that doesn't leave a lot of wiggle room, with Cooper stepping in to explain how to find those slivers of time that are ideal.
Cooper suggests late morning or mid-late afternoon as the prime mowing window.
He said: "This is the best time to mow in optimal weather conditions without disturbing local wildlife too much."
In addition to considering the time of day for mowing, Cooper advises gardeners to also think about the height at which they mow their lawns.
With grass growing faster in June, gardeners should adjust their mower cutting height to remove more each time.
To achieve this, just reduce the cutting height on your mower, being sure to never trim more than one-third of the lawn's height at once.
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According to Cooper, gardeners should aim to mow their lawns weekly during the warmer months unless the grass exhibits signs of "extreme dryness."
He said: "If grass growth is quicker than expected, mowing twice per week is also advised if the grass is being properly hydrated."
