With the weather getting warmer, it’s time to start thinking about routine lawn mowing, but many homeowners question how often they should cut their grass. For the best results, the residential lawn care specialists at CWC Landscaping in Suffield, CT, recommend taking a few factors into consideration. Before you plan your lawn mowing routine, they say you should follow the tips below to maintain a healthy, green property.

3 Tips for Mowing Your Lawn This Summer

1. Be Consistent

As a general rule, mow your lawn once a week or, at the very least, twice a month to promote continued growth and healthy grass. No matter how often you mow your lawn, though, make sure you do so on a schedule— being consistent about how often you mow keeps your yard looking its best.

2. Mow Cautiously

The frequency with which you mow your yard should depend on how fast your lawn grows. The truth is, mowing frequently is better for your lawn as long as it’s receiving enough sunshine, water, and nutrients. However, there are also other factors to consider. For example, if you’re using a riding mower, the tires can damage your lawn, so, in this case, mowing less often can be beneficial.

3. Make Sure You Have the Right Settings

Cutting your grass too low and too frequently often results in a dried-out and yellow lawn. Make sure the blades on your mower aren’t on the lowest setting. Start by keeping the blade on the middle setting and adjust as needed.  For example, if your grass starts to turn yellow, raise the blade to a higher setting. Ideally, you only want to cut one-third of your grass’ blades.

If you need help determining a lawn mowing schedule, or you’re interested in other landscaping services, the professionals at CWC Landscaping can help. Their team uses commercial Scag® mowers with new blades each day for the best results. Give them a call at (860) 336-1820 to schedule a consultation. You can also learn more about their methods by visiting them online.