A few changes to your mowing routine can help transform your lawn.
Our knowledge of walker mowers and ride on mowers in Perth means we know how detrimental simple errors can be to lawn health and appearance.
Direction
Did you know cutting grass the same way every time won’t lead to a perfect finish? In fact, just the opposite.
Follow the same path repeatedly, and even the direction your grass grows will be affected.
When mowing, mix it up. Horizontal, vertical, diagonal lines: work through a rotating range of lawn mowing patterns, in different directions.
You also don’t need to perfectly align each pass. Overlapping is best for a cohesive finish.
Blade care
Do blunt scissors deliver a great haircut? No.
A mower with blunt blades takes longer to do the job, hacks at the lawn, and leaves a rough finish. Grass cut this way will be less effective at holding much-needed moisture.
Blade sharpening is an important part of lawn mower maintenance. But if blades are in bad condition, sharpening won’t cut it. You need to organise blade replacement.
Our expert technicians at Coastline Mowers offer service and repairs for garden machinery, including mower blade installation.
Monitor growth
Dealing with overgrown grass in a single mowing session is tempting. If you can, break that up into a few sessions instead.
Adjust the mower cutting height and trim the lawn over time, rather than hacking it all off at once.
Regular mowing following the one third rule is best. Cutting one third of the height of the grass keeps pressure on the newly trimmed blades to a minimum.
On a scientific level, photosynthesis is important to grass health. Cutting grass too short removes too much of the blade, risking harm to your lawn.
Moisture and mowing
We know lawn watering matters, and adjust watering schedules for seasonal change—yet it’s worth noting how moisture and your mowing routine combine to impact lawn health.
During summer months, mowing in the heat of the day makes it easier for disease to gain a foothold, as grass is already at risk of heat damage.
Alternatively, mowing when grass is soaking wet isn’t great for the lawn or for your garden equipment either.
Mowing wet clumps also facilitates disease, and wet grass increases the potential for accidents.
Additional care
Both your mower and lawn require attention throughout the year.
A common mistake is skipping easy maintenance. Dirt and trimmings should be cleaned from mower blades after each session.
Keep an eye on fuel and oil, including the need for changes. Make sure your mower is regularly serviced and speak to a professional if parts appear damaged or worn.
A great lawn mowing routine works best on soil in good condition. Steps for maintaining soil health include:
- An alkaline test to check your soil alkaline levels.
- Use of a wetting soil agent to help soil hold moisture in summer.
- Taking the time to aerate your soil.
If you need a new mower, a service or have a lawn care query, contact our friendly experts.
