To maintain the health and aesthetics of your lawn in Nebraska, you will need to mow it regularly throughout the growing season. This lawn maintenance practice is crucial in the spring since it sets a tone on the condition of your grass for the rest of the year. The first mow of the season plays a big role in the state of your lawn, which is why it is important to do it at the right time.

Additionally, the mowing height should also be considered. Cutting too low could harm your lawn, so you'll never want to cut off more than 1/3 of the grass blade during a single mow. You'll also want to make sure that your mower blades are sharp as dull blades can tear the grass.

Wait until April to mow your lawn for the first time.

Snow melting beside a homeowner's feet across a damp green lawn in Gretna, NE.

We know you're itching to get out your lawn mower and finally give your lawn a haircut. However, you should wait until around April when the weather in Nebraska is warm enough. Mowing too early when your lawn is still coming out of dormancy can be stressful to your lawn, which is the last thing you want. Your grass is also actively growing, and you should use it to your advantage to help your turf remain healthy year-round. Waiting until April gives your lawn enough time to recover from winter dormancy and to grow taller.

You'll want to make sure your lawn is no longer damp from the winter snow before you mow your lawn for the first time in the spring.

The first mow of the season sets the precedent on how your lawn will perform for the rest of the year.

Mowing not only maintains your lawn's manicured look but also plays a role in keeping your lawn in tip-top health. The first mow of the season is critical because it sets a precedent on how your lawn will perform throughout the year. Here are some tips to follow when mowing your lawn:

  • The mower should be one setting lower than you would normally cut your grass to ensure you are cutting all of the dead grass off of the top.
  • Don't cut off more than 1/3 of the grass blade during a single mow. Cutting off too much of your grass blades in a single mow can actually harm your grass.
  • After the first mow, you can raise the mowing height a little higher and then stick with that height for the rest of the season.

Keep your lawn mower blades sharp to prevent damaging your grass.

A mower blade being sharpen by a professional in Bennington, NE.

If your lawn mower has dull blades, it can rip and tear your grass as you're cutting it. This will result in your grass having jagged edges which will not only bring down the aesthetics of your lawn, but can also make it susceptible to disease as well. To prevent these issues, you'll want to make sure that your blades are sharp every time that you mow your lawn. A good rule of thumb to follow to ensure your mower blades are always sharp enough is to sharpen them every 20 hours of mow time.

Give us a call today to sign up for our lawn mowing service.

Routine lawn mowing keeps your turf neat and in great health. At Groundscapes, Inc., we can take care of mowing your lawn for you so all you'll have to do is sit back and enjoy your beautiful lawn. Our lawn and landscape maintenance services include a weekly lawn mowing program so you can rest assured your yard looks great year-round! We offer this service to homes and businesses in Omaha, Elkhorn, Bennington, NE and nearby areas. Call us today at (402) 397-5930 for a quote.