Ideally, “it’s better to mow when the canopy, or grass leaves, are dry,” says Waltz. “That means after the dew has dried, which is usually around mid-morning, even in the humid Southeast.” It's also ...

Continue mowing your cool-season grass until it stops growing, ensuring the final cut of the season leaves the lawn about 3 to 4 inches tall. It's better to have the grass a bit shorter rather than ...

It can be tempting to keep mowing and pruning your lawn in an effort to keep it looking good beyond summer, but it won't always improve the grass.

A perfectly manicured lawn doesn't just happen; it requires consistency, technique, and care. Mowing is more than simply running your lawnmower over the grass; it's about encouraging healthy growth, ...

Mowing before rain gives a cleaner cut and helps grass recover with natural moisture. Wet grass can clog your mower, leave ruts in the soil, and raise the risk of lawn diseases. If you miss the window ...

We’ve all been there. The rain has just passed, the sun peeks through and you look out at your lawn that suddenly seems twice as long and very much in need of a trim. Obviously the best course of ...

October’s cooler air and warmer soil create conditions that help lawns bounce back from summer stress. Weeds and grass roots are very responsive to what you do this time of year, but your methods will ...

There's plenty to keep budding gardeners busy over the coming weeks as they prepare for the colder weather. But if you're looking for permission to pack your lawn mower away for the winter, you won't ...

Smart fall mowing sets the stage for a healthy lawn in spring. Let your grass grow too tall before winter, and voles, moles, and other rodents may move in. Cut it too short, and t ...

Those unsightly patches of brown and yellow forming in your lawn may not be your pet’s fault. They’re more than likely a sign that your yard is suffering from the dreaded lawn fungus. Lawn fungus can ...