Keeping your lawn at the right length is about more than looks — it’s one of the simplest ways to keep your grass healthy through the seasons. So how often should you actually be mowing? Here’s a straightforward guide for Wairarapa lawns.
The general rule
Through the growing season — roughly spring to autumn here in Masterton, Carterton and Greytown — most lawns do best with a weekly mow. Once the weather cools off, every two to three weeks is usually plenty. The goal is to keep the grass tidy without ever taking too much off at once.
Signs it’s time for a cut
- The grass is starting to look uneven or shaggy
- You can see seed heads forming on top
- It springs back slowly when you walk across it
A good rule of thumb is the “one-third rule” — never cut more than a third of the grass height in a single mow. Taking too much off at once stresses the lawn and leaves it looking patchy and brown.
Let us take the guesswork out
Not sure what your lawn needs? We offer weekly or biweekly mowing across the Wairarapa, from just $10, with free green-waste removal included every visit. Give Dwayne a call for a free, no-obligation quote — WINZ quotes welcome.