In fall, cut cool-season grasses to 2 inches and warm-season grasses 2 to 3 inches tall. Never remove more than one-third of the grass to avoid stressing the plant. Sharpen dull mower blades for the ...

Continue mowing while grass is growing, cutting only one-third of its height each time. For cool-season grass, mow until growth stops, ending at 3–4 inches tall. Raise mower height for warm-season ...

Smart fall mowing sets the stage for a healthy lawn in spring. Let your grass grow too tall before winter, and voles, moles, and other rodents may move in. Cut it too short, and the lawn is more ...