🍂 The Last Mows of the Season: Why Grass Height Matters Before Winter

Fall is in full swing here in Mechanicsburg, and while the leaves usually steal the show, your lawn still needs attention before winter hits. The grass is slowing down, and weekly mowing isn’t as necessary, but those last few cuts of the season? They’re some of the most important of the whole year.

🌱 Why Grass Height Matters

Here’s the deal: if you leave your grass too long going into winter, it can mat down under snow and leaves. That leads to disease, mold, and dead patches that show up in the spring. On the flip side, if you cut it too short, the roots get stressed and exposed to the cold — which means a weaker lawn come springtime.

The key is finding that “sweet spot” where your grass is healthy, tidy, and ready to rest for the winter. For most lawns in our area, that’s around 3–3.5 inches.

🍂 Timing Your Last Mows

You don’t need to mow every week anymore, but don’t put the mower away too early either. The goal is to keep grass at a steady height right up until it stops growing. Usually, that means a couple of final mows in late October and early November before the ground really freezes.

🏡 How This Ties Into Fall Cleanup

Here’s where it all comes together: a proper final mow, paired with leaf cleanup and bed prep, gives your yard the best shot at looking sharp now and bouncing back strong in the spring. Neglect those last few steps, and you’ll spend half of next year playing catch-up.

✅ Ready to Wrap Up the Season the Right Way?

At D&D Lawn Co., we’re making sure every property we take care of gets that final cut at the right height, paired with cleanups that set the stage for next year.

Final Thought: Don’t underestimate those last mows of the season. They might not feel as important as the spring rush, but trust me — what you do now is what your lawn will show off next year.

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