Mow at least once a fortnight
IT MAY NOT BE the first mowing of the year but now that grass growth is accelerating in longer days it is best to mow your lawn areas every couple of weeks. Keep the mower blade at a medium height to avoid stressing the grass this early in the season. Be diligent with the weed control. At this time of year the grass has a chance to thicken up fast and out compete the lawn weeds – formal lawns will need weeds dug out or treated. Leave less formal grassed areas, particularly where you have bulbs and flowers, long until the plants have died back. Mow paths through these areas for a neat look and better access.