It’s OK to let the grass grow

Tip: Shaggy lawn shades soil, saves water, cuts stress

It’s summertime. Let the grass grow longer. That’s not slacking; it’s helping your turf.
By setting the mower blades high, you can reduce stress on your lawn during summer heat. The longer blades shade their roots, keeping them cooler.  This conserves water, too. Short grass dries out more quickly.
To cut down on evaporation, water your lawn deeply during the wee hours of the morning, between 2 and 8 a.m.  Schedule your timer for repeated short run times with 30- to 60-minute gaps in between. That allows the moisture to sink into the soil and fortifies the grass for the heat ahead.
If it seems that your lawn is slowing down in the heat, it is. Most turf grasses stop growing in temperatures above 95 degrees. Think of it as less work in hot weather -- and more time to enjoy your garden.
-- Debbie Arrington



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