Mowing your lawn. Well it’s that time of year again to break out the ol’ lawnmower and take a whack at the grass that is starting to creep up. Here in Arizona it is important that we use a couple of simple steps to ensure that our lawn is properly maintained.

So, lets that that mower out, drop it done, and really cut that lawn down, RIGHT?!

There really are some simple steps to follow to ensure that your lawn stays healthy and green.

  1. Never cut more than 1/3 the grass height when you mow. That way, you leave enough of the grass blade intact so it can capture sunlight and build strong roots. This helps your lawn squeeze out weeds and defend itself against disease and pests.
  2. Never scalp your lawn. Scalping is when you cut your lawn too short leaving brown spots. You may think you will have to mow less often if you cut your lawn very short. This is the worst thing you could do for your lawn. The grass is damaged when you cut it too short, allowing weeds and pests to take over. Plus, it just looks bad.
  3. Mow with a sharp mower blade. Every year, have your mower blade sharpened. This produces a clean cut, allowing the grass to essentially “heal” quickly between mowings.
  4. Don’t forget to water correctly.

Pretty simple. Take your time and you will have a lush green lawn all summer long.  Check out some of our other tips and tricks.