Gardeners urged to avoid common task that can cause 'damaged and dry' grass in the summer
As the weather gets warmer, gardeners are being urged to avoid one common mistake that could accidentally damage their grass.
Summertime presents plenty of opportunities for gardeners to go outside and do what they enjoy the most.
From planting vegetables to keeping pests at bay - the list of activities to do this time of the year can seem endless.
However, there are some tasks gardeners should stay away from if they want to avoid ruining their grass.
One of them is mowing the lawn, a simple maintenance task most are eager to carry out while the good weather lasts.
It's widely believed that lawns should be trimmed every two weeks, from March to October, but adhering to this guideline could result in unattractive turf.
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Gardening expert James Lewis has cautioned that cutting grass during warm weather could cause brown patches or, if the grass dies, bare spots on your lawn.
The specialist, from MyBuilder.com, asserts that postponing this outdoor task will safeguard the blades and retain moisture in the grass during the scorching heat.
He explained: "It’s understandable that we want our gardens to look smart while we enjoy them in this warmer weather. However, mowing lawns in the heat can do damage that lasts for way longer than this heatwave.
"If it’s cut too short it will expose the blades to more heat than they can handle, potentially killing them. This will lead to bare patches in your lawn which will take time and effort to repair."
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The gardening pro emphasised the importance of leaving the lawns as it is, as the additional length will help protect them until the heatwave is over.
Lewis pointed out another frequent lawn care mistake that can also harm your grass.
He told The Mirror: "Watering your lawn when the sun is hot and shining directly on it can cause damage. Blades of grass will normally only grow during the cooler part of the day."
The expert recommended watering in the early morning, before 8am, or at night after 9pm, when grass can grow.