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Lawn - last cut of the year

jamesharcourtjamesharcourt Posts: 465
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I tend to cut my grass fairly long during the year, not the highest setting but the mower does between 20mm and 70mm and I think mine is on 60mm normally.

I read that people suggest cutting longer at this time of year, but my temptation - given the rain and fact I may not get another chance for months - is to cut it lower? 

What do others do?

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  • ObelixxObelixx Posts: 30,090
    If you cut it shorter you are reducing the capacity of the leaves to photosynthesise and feed the roots.  Strong roots make strong plants that fight off competition from weeds and moss as well as coping better with drought.   

    I wouldn't shorten the cutting length now.
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  • DovefromaboveDovefromabove Posts: 88,147
    I agree with Obelixx ... stay as you are :)

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  • RubytooRubytoo Posts: 1,630
    edited November 2018
    Unless we get mild warmer weather the grass won't grow much now anyway, just those niggly bits that get longer than the rest and make it look a bit untidy.
    Ditto Obelixx advice:
    Obelixx said:

    I wouldn't shorten the cutting length now.

    It is annoying to get the mower out to just barely tip it. But shortening too much does more harm than good.
  • Lizzie27Lizzie27 Posts: 12,494
    We mow the lawn shorter about now, as otherwise it takes ages to dry out (clay soil) enough to walk on to tend the borders. Never noticed any difference to grass condition.
    North East Somerset - Clay soil over limestone
  • madpenguinmadpenguin Posts: 2,543
    I did my last cut (short) last December as I have lots of bulbs in the lawn.Didn't do it any harm at all.
    It was the summer heat that caused problems this year but the lawn has bounced back and looks good again.
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  • FairygirlFairygirl Posts: 55,117
    Mine had it's last cut a while ago. Too cold for any real growth once October arrives here.  I prefer mine a little longer over winter, as it's also slower to come into growth in spring anyway.
    I think if you don't mind the grass becoming very mossy, you can cut it shorter, but it gives more work in spring [ re treating it]  if you like it weed/moss free and nice and green. The weeds get more of a hold when the grass isn't healthy and providing competion.
    It's really down to your own conditions and personal preference though.  :)
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