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Apex, Cary, Fuquay-Varina, Morrisville, & Holly Springs Area
Apex, Cary, Fuquay-Varina, Morrisville, & Holly Springs Area
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- BigSky does not require a contract to begin services
- BigSky also guarantees our work to the extent that we will do what it takes to satisfy our customers.
Proper mowing will have a tremendous effect on the appearance of your lawn. The height that you mow
your grass and how often you mow it are important factors to consider. For the best appearance, turf
should be maintained at its proper height. The chart below will give you information on proper mowing
heights for your type of grass. Notice that the heights vary substantially. For example, bermuda grass
can be mowed anywhere from 1/2 inch to 1 1/2 inches tall. A good rule to follow would be the lower the
mowing height, the more often you should mow. The fairways and greens on golf courses are very
short, but they are mowed every three days or even more frequently. They have also been topdressed
with sand and are smooth enough to allow for a low mowing height. As a general rule, turf should be
mowed often enough so that you are not removing more than 1/4 to 1/3 of the plant material. Example: If
you are keeping your bermuda grass at 1" it will need to be mowed at or before it reaches 1 1/2".
Removal of too much of the grass blades causes browning and can shock the turf.
The most damaging mowing practice is a sudden reduction in mowing height. This will upset the balance
between the grass leaves and roots. It will also give the lawn a brown scalped appearance and usually
injures the turf. The more often you mow the lawn, the better it will look.
During stressful periods, such as drought or severe heat, it is a good idea to raise the cutting height
slightly. This is especially helpful on tall fescue because it will reduce the stress on the turf. After the
stress is gone, lower the height gradually back to the recommended height.
Drought Stress
Turf in shaded areas should be mowed higher for better results. raising the mowing height of bermuda
grass and zoysia grass lawns as Fall approaches will help protect the turf from
Recommended Mowing Heights
Bermuda Grass 1/2 to 1-1/2 inches
Zoysia Grass 3/4 to 1-1/2 inches
Centipede Grass 1-1/2 to 2 inches
Fescue Grass 3 to 4 inches
your grass and how often you mow it are important factors to consider. For the best appearance, turf
should be maintained at its proper height. The chart below will give you information on proper mowing
heights for your type of grass. Notice that the heights vary substantially. For example, bermuda grass
can be mowed anywhere from 1/2 inch to 1 1/2 inches tall. A good rule to follow would be the lower the
mowing height, the more often you should mow. The fairways and greens on golf courses are very
short, but they are mowed every three days or even more frequently. They have also been topdressed
with sand and are smooth enough to allow for a low mowing height. As a general rule, turf should be
mowed often enough so that you are not removing more than 1/4 to 1/3 of the plant material. Example: If
you are keeping your bermuda grass at 1" it will need to be mowed at or before it reaches 1 1/2".
Removal of too much of the grass blades causes browning and can shock the turf.
The most damaging mowing practice is a sudden reduction in mowing height. This will upset the balance
between the grass leaves and roots. It will also give the lawn a brown scalped appearance and usually
injures the turf. The more often you mow the lawn, the better it will look.
During stressful periods, such as drought or severe heat, it is a good idea to raise the cutting height
slightly. This is especially helpful on tall fescue because it will reduce the stress on the turf. After the
stress is gone, lower the height gradually back to the recommended height.
Drought Stress
Turf in shaded areas should be mowed higher for better results. raising the mowing height of bermuda
grass and zoysia grass lawns as Fall approaches will help protect the turf from
Recommended Mowing Heights
Bermuda Grass 1/2 to 1-1/2 inches
Zoysia Grass 3/4 to 1-1/2 inches
Centipede Grass 1-1/2 to 2 inches
Fescue Grass 3 to 4 inches
At BigSky, we provide quality landscaping services with an attention to detail. Over 25 years of experience. We
care for all types of landscapes, residential and commercial and offer more than just lawn mowing. Customer focus
is our priority! Dependable and Reliable! Our goal is to maintain affordable pricing for our customers and maintain
quality service.
care for all types of landscapes, residential and commercial and offer more than just lawn mowing. Customer focus
is our priority! Dependable and Reliable! Our goal is to maintain affordable pricing for our customers and maintain
quality service.
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