Keen gardeners will be itching to get outside and start working on making their outdoor space looking lush and pretty again for the warmer summer months.
18.02.2024 - 15:27 / dailyrecord.co.uk
Spring is almost on the horizon, meaning it won't be long before the cold and dreary wintery conditions make way for warmer weather. Because of this, you might be wondering when the best time is to get out into the garden and give your grass a much-needed cut.
Mowing the lawn in the depths of winter isn't always a good idea, because the cold weather makes the grass grow more slowly. And in order for your garden to thrive in spring and summer, cutting the grass at the right time is crucial.
The Express reports most people often cut the grass from March until October before the chillier conditions begin to set in. This time window is ideal for grass blade growth, but the precise start date may differ due to things like late frosts and dramatic weather shifts.
According to experts from the Woodland Trust, the perfect date to start cutting your grass is March 18, and there are a few reasons for this.
Grass often begins growing when soil temperatures peak above 6C, but due to warmer weather year-round, some Brits continue to cut the grass even throughout the winter.
The Met Office estimates the growing season has increased by at least one month compared to the period between 1960-1990.
The timing of your first cutting isn't the only thing to think about this spring, but also the way you do it.
Firstly, it's important to keep your lawnmower on a high setting for that first cut after a harsh winter. Cutting too close may stress out the grass and cause shallow roots which could ruin the appearance of your lawn.
You should aim to cut less than a third of the grass height for that first mow in spring, and you can remove more as the season goes on.
It's also important to consider the time of day you cut the grass. Choosing to do it
Keen gardeners will be itching to get outside and start working on making their outdoor space looking lush and pretty again for the warmer summer months.
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