Let’s face it – everyone’s busy and most people don’t have the time to cut their grass, or they keep putting it off. This means you’re often left to deal with overgrown lawns that are very tricky to manage. It can overwhelm even the best of us. With this post, we will provide guidance and advice as well as some easier options for knowing how to cut very overgrown grass. Let’s dive right in.
Choose the right time
Before you head out to mow your overgrown lawn, take a moment to ask yourself if now is the best time. If the weather isn’t on your side, mowing tall grass is going to be harder than is necessary. Sunny and warm days are best, but a day without rain is good enough.
The first cut
If your lawn is overgrown with weeds, it’s best to cut off about 50% with a trimmer first instead of trying to mow tall grass. Cutting off too much too quickly can actually cause your entire lawn to die off from shock – yes, really! Once you’ve cut down about half, allow the ground to recover for a few days and then repeat the process before getting the lawn mower out.
The lawn mower
Using a lawn mower on tall grass can be daunting, which is why there are services to give you a hand should you need it. When mowing the lawn, try to create an overlap of several inches with each pass to guarantee an even finish. Once you’re happy, the grass should be around 4 inches tall and should leave you wondering ‘What does overgrown grass even look like’? Repeat the process every week, reducing the cutting height by about a quarter until you’re happy with your new lawn.
Prevention
To save yourself from asking ‘how to deal with overgrown grass?’ again in the future, there are steps you can take to prevent your lawn from becoming overgrown but this can be easier said than done. The first option is to manually mow your lawn every few weeks during the growing season. The second is to hire a professional to take care of it for you. The third option can be a mixture of both, depending on how confident you feel.
Still not sure how to fix your overgrown lawn? Call Lifestyle Lawns LTD today and let us help you.