Summer Lawn Mowing Tips for a Healthy Lawn
Hot Weather Calls for Smart Mowing
Here’s how to protect your grass during the summer heat.
1. Don’t Cut Too Short
When temperatures climb, your lawn needs more protection — not less. Mowing too short removes the natural shade grass blades provide, exposing the soil to sun and stress.
Ideal summer mowing height:
Keep grass around 3 to 3.5 inches tall to:
• Retain moisture
• Shade out weeds
• Strengthen root systems
It may not look as tight as a golf course, but it’s the best way to keep your lawn healthy and green.
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2. Mow When It Needs It — Not on a Set Schedule
Grass growth slows down in the summer heat. That’s why our approach at 10X Lawn & Landscape is simple:
We mow when your lawn needs it — not just because it’s “mowing day.”
This flexible approach reduces stress on the lawn and ensures we’re always mowing at the right time for your yard’s health.
3. Keep Your Blades Sharp
Dull mower blades can tear grass instead of cutting it clean. That leads to:
Brown, frayed tips
Greater risk of disease
Uneven results
Sharp blades create clean cuts and a healthier-looking lawn. We sharpen our equipment regularly so your yard always gets the best treatment.
4. Mulch Your Clippings (When It Makes Sense)
Leaving grass clippings behind can return nutrients to the soil and help retain moisture — but only if done right. We evaluate the conditions at each visit:
If the grass is short and dry → mulching is great
If it’s too long or wet → we’ll bag and remove to avoid smothering the lawn
5. Too Hot to Keep Up? We’ve Got You Covered
Summer lawn care takes time, energy, and know-how — and it’s easy to fall behind when the heat hits or life gets busy. If your yard is becoming a burden, our team is ready to step in and take care of it for you.
We serve homeowners in Webster, Penfield, and Fairport, NY with seasonal lawn mowing and full-yard maintenance that puts the health of your lawn first.
Local, Reliable, and Ready to Mow
Whether you need help for the rest of the summer or want to talk about full-season service, we’re here to help you reclaim your weekends and enjoy a healthy, great-looking lawn.
