Have you ever noticed that professionally maintained lawns look slightly taller in summer? You might think the crews are running behind on their mowing schedule, but actually this is an industry “best practice” for helping turf to thrive in our long, dry summers.

Allowing the lawn to grow a bit taller makes it harder for weed seeds to reach the soil, and if they do, they receive less sunlight so may not germinate. 

Also, the soil line stays cooler in the face of hot summer sun when the grass is allowed to grow a little higher. Cooler soil means better moisture retention, resulting in stronger roots and lusher growth. 

When autumn temperatures start to drop, you’ll notice that lawns are once again being mowed a bit lower, which helps prevent diseases during the wet months. 

Check with your Area Manager if you have any questions about mowing heights and maximizing the health of your lawn. A little fine tuning goes a long way!