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Lawn Mowing

It is a mistake to assume that cutting a lawn as short as possible will be the best method for a low maintained garden.Mowing a lawn too short actually encourages weeds and moss, and puts the grass under stress so it takes more time and energy to maintain.

The cutting height for an average lawn should be about a couple of centimetres (approx 3/4"). Most lawns have some unevenness and keeping the blades at this height will ensure that the lawn does not get cut too short in certain areas. It also helps to avoid patches and maintains the appearance of your lawn.

If possible, mowing your lawn twice each week will encourage a thicker, denser grass growth.

A good lawn mower is a valuable investment - preferably one with a grass cutting collecting box. Grass cuttings left over the lawn will not always be of benefit, and should be gathered up for composting.

A cylinder lawn mower achieves the best lawn mowing results.

Hover mowers do an adequate job, but don't cut the grass as cleanly.

You should consider what appearance results you want to achieve with your garden, and then choose a lawn mower to suit your requirements.