Winter Lawn Care with a Mower

It is that time of the year when leaves fall, temperatures drop, and your green and lush lawn adorns a patchy brown look. But don't worry—with some extra care, you can have your yard looking good as new.

Here are a few tips to take care of your lawn this winter with your mower. Read on to learn more, and get your concerns addressed by our experts at Morgan Power Equipment.

Keep Your Blades Sharp

Dull blades tear the grass rather than cut it. This can damage the roots and make it more difficult for the grass to recover in spring. That’s why you want to sharpen your mower’s blades before tending to your yard.

Mow Regularly

Another essential tip to keep your lawn healthy throughout the cold season is regularly mowing it. However, you want to keep the grass taller than you would normally. This will help insulate the roots and prevent frost damage. Make sure you set the blade height on your machine a little higher than usual.

Use a Mulching Blade

If you aren’t already using a mulching blade on your mower, this is the time to start.

Mulching blades chop up the grass clippings into tiny pieces that fall back down onto the lawn and decompose. This provides essential nutrients for the grassroots, which benefits your yard more during winter as sunlight is low. Mulching also helps prevent the dreaded brown thatch from building up.

Fertilize in the Fall

Fertilizing in the fall gives your lawn a boost of nutrients it needs to get through the winter months. Get a fertilizer containing slow-release nitrogen so that the nutrients are released gradually over time and don't burn the grass. Usually, around 1 pound per 1,000 square feet is ideal for this.

Follow these simple tips to keep your lawn looking green and healthy all winter long. If you need more advice or want to upgrade your mower to the latest model, visit Morgan Power Equipment. We proudly serve Halifax, Brockton, and Taunton, MA, so stop by today.