02-03-2025
When should you start cutting the grass after winter? Garden expert explains
The temperature outside is starting to creep up a little as the official start of spring moves closer.
This year, the spring equinox falls on March 20, but already winter is starting to slowly disappear (at long last).
Over the next few weeks, we will see brighter days and gardens blooming once more – daffodils and snowdrops are probably popping up near you right now.
As the warmer weather approaches, you might be tempted to head into the garden and give it a tidy-up before spring arrives.
But when is the right time to mow your lawn again after winter ends? We've found out the exact time of day that is ideal for cutting the grass, according to a specialist.
Samantha Richards, garden gazebo expert at Gazeboshop explained: "It's best to make the first grass cut of the year in mid-March or early April when temperatures are consistently above 8 degrees Celsius, and from then on mow the lawn at least once a week.
"Try to keep your grass at the same height throughout spring and avoid mowing it too short to prevent weeds and moss.
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'For most lawns, the ideal height would be around 4 cm, but if you've laid a new lawn this spring, wait until the grass is at least 5 cm tall before you start mowing.
"Bear in mind that mowing your grass too early in the morning will not only irritate your neighbours, but it can damage the grass itself by exposing it to disease and fungal infections – the same goes for mowing your lawn late in the day.
'If you're able to, the ideal time of day to mow your grass in the warmer months is mid-morning (8am– 10am)."
