Monitor the temperature, it plays an important role in the first mowing of the lawn. Here is the key figure to know.
With the arrival of sunny days, the maintenance of the garden becomes a priority. After several months of rest, the lawn comes back to life, and the moment of the first mowing is fast approaching. After winter, it is important to know how exactly take the mowing of the lawn to guarantee a dense and healthy herb. But beware, do not go about it too early, nor too late! The temperature plays a key role in this decision, more than the calendar.
The grass begins to regain its growth when temperatures reach approximately 10 ° C constantly. This means that as long as the thermometer stays under this bar, the lawn remains in dormancy and only grows very slowly. In general, this threshold was reached in early spring, around March or April, depending on the region.
If you mowing too early, you may weaken the lawn still fragile after winter. The grass needs time to strengthen and reconstruct its reservations. On the other hand, waiting for too long can promote the development of weeds and make the first cut more difficult.
Besides the temperature, there are other indications to find out if the time has come to mow. As soon as the grass reaches 8 to 10 cm high, you can mow, but beware, it is advisable to never cut more than a third of the height of the grass so as not to stress it. The soil should neither be too wet nor too dry. A mowing on soggy soil can cause damage, while too dry soil can weaken the lawn. Finally, as soon as the days extend and sunshine increases, this promotes the resumption of grass growth.
Now that you have the best time for the first mowing of the year, here are some tips to succeed and not damaging your lawn:
- Adjust the mower blade: a clear cut promotes the rapid healing of the grass.
- Mat on a reasonable height: for the first mowing, adjust the mower to a fairly high height (about 5 cm). You can gradually reduce during the following mowing.
- Do not collect all the mowing: leave a thin layer of grass cut on the ground can feed the lawn.
- Fertilize slightly after the first cut, it will stimulate the regrowth and strengthen the grass.
The first spring mowing is a key step to guarantee a beautiful lawn throughout the year. Waiting for the temperature to reach 10 ° C stable is essential to avoid damaging the grass. Monitor the height of your lawn and adapt your practices for optimal maintenance. It only remains to prepare your mower, the moment is approaching!