- In hot, dry summers, mow your lawn less often and on a higher blade setting. Leaving the grass longer keeps the roots shaded in hot weather and helps retain moisture in the soil.
- Mower blades matter. If your lawn has a whitish cast after mowing, your mower blade may be tearing the grass instead of cutting it cleanly. Torn grass loses moisture faster and can make the whole lawn look stressed. A sharp blade gives a cleaner cut and helps the grass recover better.
- Be careful what time of day you water your lawn. Early morning is usually the best time to water. It gives the lawn a chance to soak up moisture before the heat of the day, while still allowing the grass blades to dry out. Watering after sunset can encourage fungus growth and cause it to spread faster.
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