It is important to take into account when mowing, how much grass you take off at one time and how high or low you cut it. Lawn mowing tips suggest it is best to avoid scalping your grass too low because this forces the grass plant to tap into its nutrient reserves, which can make it thin out, be more susceptible to heat, drought, weeds, pest/insect attacks, and disease. Don’t take any more than 1/3 of the grass plant off to avoid scalping the lawn and to follow lawn care best practices.
When grass is severely cut back, the growth of the roots and the plant can almost come to a complete stop until the grass blades can recover. This places a huge amount of stress on the grass, which is often seen as a yellow to brownish look to the lawn after mowing. Maintaining the proper grass cutting height is essential for a healthy and resilient lawn.
