LAWN CARE CALENDAR
August
Keep mowing regularly and watering as necessary. Fill any cracks caused by drought with a mixture of sharp sand and soil. In dry weath- er conditions leave the grass longer to help retain ground moisture.
September
Raise the height of cut to allow the grass to thicken and protect the roots from the winter frost and snow.
October
Rake out the thatch from the turf and spike the lawn to assist in drainage. Brush in peat and sharp sand.
November
Use a stiff broom to disperse worm casts before mowing. Keep turf free from leaves.
December
Apart from brushing away leaves, December is a slack end of a busy year. Keep off the lawn if it is very wet or frozen.
Mulching Tips
-Mulching finely cuts the grass so that it can be easily recycled. Due to the nutrients that this returns to the soil the lawn will need less fertilizer.
-The grass must be dry. If the grass is wet, it will be difficult to cut and cause heavy clumps of grass.
-In long grass, two cuts may be necessary. First cut, set the height adjust in the highest position. Then lower, for second cut to obtain the desired finish.
-Clean the underside of the mower housing regularly to ensure effi- cient operation.
To prevent grass damage do not remove more than one third of the grass height in one cut.
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