What should mowing practice require?

What should mowing practice require?

• A. Mowing with a dull blade and cutting off half the blade height
• B. A sharp blade and the proper length of cut (don't remove more than 1/3 the length of the grass blade at each mowing.)
• C. Mowing every day regardless of growth
• D. Using only electric mowers for all species

Answer: (B)

Mowing should prioritize a clean, precise cut and minimal stress to the grass. A sharp blade records a clean edge, which heals quickly and reduces the chance of disease and water loss that can occur when leaves are torn or shredded. Limiting how much you remove at one mowing—no more than about one-third of the blade length—helps maintain enough leaf area for photosynthesis, keeps the crown and roots healthier, and encourages denser, more vigorous growth that crowds out weeds. Mowing too short or with a dull blade can scalp or damage the turf and slow recovery, while insisting on daily mowing or a particular mower type won’t address the plant’s actual growth needs.