Regular Mowing Frequency in the Summer Season: Key Tips for a Healthy Lawn
Lawn Mowing: A Greener Approach to Summer gardening
Summer is here, and with it comes the need to maintain that lush, green lawn. However, mowing the lawn more often isn't always the best approach, especially if you're interested in preserving nature and fostering a thriving insect population.
The German Federal Association for the Environment and Nature Conservation (BUND) advises, "As rarely as possible," when it comes to mowing. Ideally, you should mow when the grass is about 20 centimeters high - using the highest possible cutting height your lawnmower offers. Letting your grass grow this long allows for various flowering plants to remain standing, benefiting not only animals but also our environment.
To give insects like bees, butterflies, and other pollinators a chance to flourish, consider mowing at different times. This ensures part of the lawn always has flowers, acting as a vital food source for these critters. Consider leaving an island or a border strip with sufficient flowering plants to support this biodiversity.
Highly trafficked areas may require more frequent mowing, but remember to remove the cut grass from the lawn after each session to prevent excessive nutrients from entering the soil.
The Advantages of Less Mowing
Reducing the frequency of your mowing routine allows wildflowers such as clover, daisies, and dandelions to thrive, offering valuable food sources for our winged friends. Tall grass also serves as a haven for hedgehogs, garden dormice, and amphibians.
While keeping your lawn trimmed around five centimeters can help encourage herbs to bloom, refrain from leaving grass clippings on the lawn as mulch. This will enrich the soil, making it less suitable for the flowering meadow plants that insects need for their survival.
A Win-Win For Everyone
So, by mowing less frequently, you're not only improving the chances of beneficial insects like bees and ladybugs in your garden but also promoting a healthier lawn. Less mowing leads to a more water-efficient garden, as tall grass stores moisture more effectively and helps protect the soil from drying out.
This holistic approach not only benefits wildlife but also enhances the microclimate in your entire garden, fostering a thriving ecosystem for earthworms, springtails, and woodlice.
Source: ntv.de, awi/dpa
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(Enrichment data incorporated to provide tips on mowing frequency and grass height for various purposes, such as lawn health and insect support. It also emphasizes the importance of adjusting your mowing routine based on your specific grass type and local weather conditions.)
- Adopting a community policy that encourages less frequent lawn mowing can contribute to a healthier environment by promoting wildlife conservation and green living.
- Incorporating an employment policy that prioritizes the use of eco-friendly home-and-garden practices, such as less frequent lawn mowing and raising the grass cutting height, can be a part of a lifestyle focused on sustainability and green living.
