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Reg. 1.18box. | June 8, 15 "oneâ€"third rule": mow of enough so that you cut no m than oneâ€"third of your gras height during any one trimmi This minimizes the shock to system and encourages deep r growth. If you miss a mowing, do be tempted to "scalp" your ya Stick to the oneâ€"third rule a mow you lawn an extra time two until you‘re back on sch ule. Scalping can cause part your root system to die, creat a harmful thatch buildâ€"up. M than one halfâ€"inch of thatch harbor insects and disease, block air, water and nutrie from reaching the the root zon In general, mow on the h side of the recommended ra for your variety of grass. Kentucky bluegrass, fescue a other coolâ€"season varieties, ¢ at about 2 1/2 to 3 1/3 inches you‘re not sure what kind lawn you have, take a sample your local nursery centre or la care professional. He or she c identify your grass type and ré ommend a good mowing heig For the first mowing of season, though, trim off an ex half inch to remove any brov leafy material left over frc winter. The same goes for yc final mowing of the season, slice up any excess leaves t] could mat down turf during t dormant season and invi insects and disease. Mowing your lawn when i wet can cause problems by co pacting damp soil and spreadi fungus disease organisms water droplets. Compacted s also blocks the flow of air a water into the ground â€" starvi and weakening the root syste And keep your mower bla sharpened. Dull mower blac can pull grass from the grou (particularly in spring, and c shred grass blade tips, providi an entryway for disease. Next time you mow yo lawn, reflect on its underlyi growth. If your neighbors a why you‘re so mesmerized, j tell them your lawn has a deej meaning. But no matter how y explain it, remember to pay sj cial attention to the root syste After all, it holds the key tc healthier lawn... and to peace mind about lawn care. Now for some related mowi questions: I mow in the same patte each time I trim my yard. Is.t} a problem? \ Try to alternate your mow paths with each cutting. Gr:g that ‘s mowed in the same diré tion each time could de'velo; "lean" that results in skipp spots and uneven cuts. If i safe to do so, change directid each time you mow and over! each swath by a few inches ensure and uniform, smooth c This variety of directions c add spice to your mowing woi making it less routine and m« interesting. It‘s amazmg how different direction can give you new view of your lawn and yo property‘s landscapes. How can I avoid scuffing? Scuffing occurs when y turn sharp corners or swit directions with your mowé Your mower‘s tires may scra the turf and actually uproot so of the grass. Avoid scuffing turning your mower on a dri way, sidewalk or other pavy surface. â€" Bob Tracinski is consum| information manager for Jo Deere Lawn Grounds Ca Division and a Certified Mas Gardener. PITCHâ€"IN CANADA!