Greensleeves | Lawn Treatment Experts

What type of mower should I use?

When making a choice as to which lawnmower is most suitable for your lawn there are a number of factors to take into account:

The size of the lawn

How high you want the grass to be

Is the ground even or not

Is the ground sloped or flat?

Ease of use

A Cylinder Mower	Generally one that will give a fine, low quality cut but they are often heavy and difficult to use. They also require the ground to be even to cut the grass properly, and need to be serviced regularly to maintain their quality.
A Rotary Mower	A general purpose all rounder that will suit most lawns and can come in many different size and price ranges.
A Hover Mower	Often easier to use as they are lighter and can provide a reasonable cut on uneven ground.

How often should I mow my lawn?

Your lawn should be mowed as regularly as you can do it, at least once per week during the main growing seasons of April – June and Sept – October. This can be relaxed during the height of summer if a drought ensues as the growth will slow and during the winter months again when the rate of growth slows. It is, however important not to let the grass get too long at any time of the year, including winter, as this will reduce the quality significantly, increase the likelihood of moss invasion and reduce the aesthetic appearance of the grass. Do not be frightened to mow your grass in the winter if it is getting long and the ground is not waterlogged or frozen.