Exact winter temperature to 'stop' mowing your lawn to avoid damaging it

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Gardeners needn't worry about frequent lawn mowing in the cooler months as lawn growth significantly slows, requiring less maintenance.

Timothy Greene of iCANLAWN.com explains: "It's a common misconception that grass stops growing during winter. It only slows down considerably and therefore there is no need to mow it.

"Grass begins growing at temperatures of 10C and above, so if the day and night temperatures in your area are dropping below this, it's time to put away the mower." In the UK, when to stop mowing can vary from late September through to November, reports the Express.

Timothy advises gardeners: "By consulting a two-week forecast, you should be able to forward plan your last mow by paying special attention to temperatures dropping below 10C."

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He also cautions against mowing or treading on frosted lawns. He said: "For the last mow of the season, you should raise your lawnmower to the highest setting.

"Before mowing, make sure to remove any leaves from your lawn so they don't clog up your mower, and only mow when the weather is dry and there is no frost or morning dew. Make sure to remove any clippings after mowing as these can cause disease to form on your lawn.

"With your last mow complete, now is a good time to get your lawn mower serviced. This means your blades will be sharp when spring returns, ready for the first spring mow."

A GreenThumb lawn expert has issued a crucial tip for gardeners to maintain their lawns during the colder months.

Steve Taylor said: "Removing leaves from your grass is essential. Although they may seem harmless, allowing leaves to gather will block out sunlight and reduce air, two essential elements of your grass' survival. A clear lawn also helps reduce disease caused by trapped moisture."

Moreover, he suggested utilising the collected leaves to create leafmould, which acts as a vital soil enhancer.