By mowing your lawn properly you can make it more durable and help fight against weeds, insects, and diseases. Where an improperly mowed lawn can lead to discolored grass tips, brown spots, and even damage to the lawn.

Tips to Use When Mowing

• Avoid  Scalping
  Letting grass grow tall and then removing more than 1/3 of the leaf blade is called "scalping" and can damage the lawn. Mowing grass extremely low can also damage the lawn by cutting into the crowns of the plants.
• Sharpen Blades
  Make sure your mower blades are sharp in order to cut cleanly. Dull blades can shred grass and cause discoloration at the tips because frayed grass blades lose moisture easily.
• Use Your Grass Clippings
  Recycle grass clippings to reduce water loss, lower soil temperatures, and return nutrients to the soil.
• Know When to Mow
  The best guide for mowing frequency is the growth of your grass. Plan to cut less than one-third of the grass blade in one mowing.
• Don't Cut Wet or Wilted Grass
  Letting grass grow tall and then removing more than 1/3 of the leaf blade is called "scalping" and can damage the lawn. Mowing grass extremely low can also damage the lawn by cutting into the crowns of the plants.