Mowing Tips
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Don't cut wet grass. The grass blades may not be standing up straight
and this can cause an uneven cut. The clippings are more of a problem
and can clump together and mat down preventing light from getting to
the grass underneath. Mowing a wet lawn can also lead to soil compaction.
Wait until your lawn is fairly firm and dry before cutting.
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If possible, remove clippings from your lawn for the first year of growth.
This will give the young plants a better chance to spread and fill in faster.
(It is also important to remove leaves that fall on your lawn for the
same reason.)
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Alternate mowing patterns. Mowing in the same direction all the time
can cause wear patterns and also lead to soil compaction.
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Check for areas that are uneven. Some settling may occur and leave slight
depressions. Be aware of this and watch that you don't scalp the high spots.