{"id":115533,"date":"2024-07-26T20:21:20","date_gmt":"2024-07-26T23:21:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=115533"},"modified":"2024-07-29T20:55:38","modified_gmt":"2024-07-29T23:55:38","slug":"when-stop-mowing-lawn-before-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-stop-mowing-lawn-before-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"When to Stop Mowing the Lawn Before Winter"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With fall\u2019s chill, your lawn needs less trimming. But when should you stop mowing the lawn before winter? Perform the last mow of the season when the grass stops growing, typically <strong>when temperatures drop below 50 degrees Fahrenheit<\/strong>.<\/p>    <p>Mowing during a winter frost is <em>not <\/em>recommended, so you\u2019ll need to squeeze in the final mow at least one week before the first frost. However, predicting the first frost is challenging. That\u2019s why you should observe when the grass stops growing, and the 50-degree Fahrenheit guideline is a helpful indicator. In short, all of these elements &#8211; the first frost, grass growth, and temperature &#8211; are interconnected.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Let\u2019s take a closer look at when to stop mowing and some tips for protecting your grass during cold months.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-81b728ec-67fa-4de1-882a-4b944cb72787\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">On this page:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-stop-mowing-lawn-before-winter\/#0-factors-that-influence-the-last-mow\" style=\"\">Factors That Influence the Last Mow<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-stop-mowing-lawn-before-winter\/#4-factors-that-might-affect-the-timing-the-last-mow\" style=\"\">Factors That Might Affect the Timing the Last Mow<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-stop-mowing-lawn-before-winter\/#5-proper-final-mowing-height\" style=\"\">Proper Final Mowing Height<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-stop-mowing-lawn-before-winter\/#6-additional-lawn-care-tasks-to-prepare-for-winter\" style=\"\">Additional Lawn Care Tasks to Prepare for Winter<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-stop-mowing-lawn-before-winter\/#7-faq-about-the-final-lawn-mow-before-winter\" style=\"\">FAQ About the Final Lawn Mow Before Winter<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-factors-that-influence-the-last-mow\">Factors That Influence the Last Mow<\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-grass-growth\">Grass Growth<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Leaf-on-green-yellow-grass.jpg\" alt=\"A brown leaf on a green and yellow lawn\" class=\"wp-image-117871\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Leaf-on-green-yellow-grass.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Leaf-on-green-yellow-grass-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Leaf-on-green-yellow-grass-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Leaf-on-green-yellow-grass-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stocksnap.io\/photo\/leaf-sunlight-SXEICHSQH5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tran minh quan<\/a> \/ StockSnap<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Pay attention to your lawn &#8211; it communicates through its growth pattern. If it\u2019s still growing actively, <strong>then keep mowing regardless of the calendar date<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-temperature\">Temperature<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/temperature-thermometer.jpg\" alt=\"A thermometer displaying around 63 degrees Fahrenheit\" class=\"wp-image-117875\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/temperature-thermometer.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/temperature-thermometer-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/temperature-thermometer-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/temperature-thermometer-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.publicdomainpictures.net\/en\/view-image.php?image=201924&amp;picture=temperature-gauge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Public Domain Pictures<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Now, the question is, when does grass stop growing? A simple guideline is that once temperatures have dropped <strong>below 50 degrees Fahrenheit<\/strong>, your lawn has most likely stopped growing.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>However, some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-does-grass-stop-growing\/\">grasses will stop growing<\/a> even sooner. Warm-season grasses, for instance, stop growing once temperatures drop below <strong>60 degrees Fahrenheit.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Cool-Season Grasses: <\/strong>Often seen in the northern regions,<strong> <\/strong>cool-season grasses<strong> <\/strong>tend to slow down their growth once daytime air temperatures consistently dip <strong>below 50 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit, <\/strong>around late October or early November.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Warm-Season Grasses:<\/strong> Warm-season grass types have slightly different timelines due to their fondness for warmer regions. Usually, warm-season grasses stop growing once daytime air temperatures consistently dip <strong>below 60 degrees Fahrenheit<\/strong>, often around early or mid-October.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-the-first-frost\">The First Frost<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/frost-on-grass.jpg\" alt=\"frost on grass\" class=\"wp-image-95128\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/frost-on-grass.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/frost-on-grass-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/frost-on-grass-646x485.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/frost-on-grass-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/frost-on-grass-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/photos\/MADQ5t74tF4-frost-on-the-grass\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PublicDomainPictures<\/a> from Pixabay \/ Canva \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/policies\/content-license-agreement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Once your grass has stopped growing and the temperatures have dropped, <em>do not delay the last mow.<\/em><strong>&nbsp;Perform the last mow at least one week before the first frost is predicted. <\/strong>Don\u2019t leave everything until the very last moment. Stay ahead of the weather forecast and plan your mowing session accordingly.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Pro Tips:&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>An easy visual cue to help guide this timing is looking at the trees in your yard. Generally, <strong>when all the leaves have fallen, it often signals that your lawn is entering its dormancy period <\/strong>and<strong> <\/strong>is ready for a good final trim.<\/li>    <li>You can check the expected first frost dates on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncei.noaa.gov\/news\/when-expect-first-fall-freeze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Centers for Environmental Information<\/a> website. They offer a <em>Historical Date of First Freeze: Median Date<\/em> map for all states, making it easy to determine the perfect time for your final mow.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-factors-that-might-affect-the-timing-the-last-mow\">Factors That Might Affect the Timing the Last Mow<\/h2>    <p>Is your grass still growing, even in sub-50-degree weather? Apart from grass type and temperatures, elements like nutrients in your soil or sunlight exposure may be extending its growth. Hence, the wait for the season\u2019s final mowing might be a bit longer than expected.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Some of these factors include:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Lawn Health and Fertility: <\/strong>If you\u2019ve put a lot of effort into maintaining your lawn health throughout the year with proper fertilizing, watering, and pest control practices, it may stay green and grow for longer.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Recent Rainfall: <\/strong>Substantial rainfall can stimulate growth in cooler weather. So, if there\u2019s abundant rain during the autumn months, grass might need to be mowed even if temperatures have dipped below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.<\/li>    <li><strong>Microclimate:<\/strong> The unique climate conditions in your specific yard\u2019s turf areas could potentially prolong or shorten your lawn\u2019s growing period. Aspects like sun exposure duration, shade levels from structures or trees, wind protection, or soil depth could affect how long you need to keep mowing.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-proper-final-mowing-height\">Proper Final Mowing Height<\/h2>    <p>The goal of your final mow is to cut your lawn short without scalping it. So, it\u2019s all about striking a balance.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>But <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/mowing-height-last-mow-low\/\">how low should you mow before winter<\/a>? It depends on who you ask. Some experts recommend a shorter cut than usual, while others recommend cutting at the normal height.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Here\u2019s a good rule of thumb: <strong>Prioritize proper mowing practices<\/strong>. Cut your grass short without going below the turf type\u2019s recommended height and without removing more than one-third of the grass blade. Cut it short, but don\u2019t sacrifice your turf\u2019s health.<\/p>    <p>If you don\u2019t know your turf type\u2019s recommended mowing height, visit our guides for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/cool-season-grass-growing-guide\/#:~:text=don%E2%80%99t%20mow%20too%20low%3A%20each%20grass%20type%20has%20a%20recommended%20mowing%20height.%20you%20risk%20harming%20your%20turf%20if%20you%20cut%20below%20the%20recommended%20mowing%20height.%20keep%20your%20grass%20on%20the%20higher%20end%20of%20its%20mowing%20height%20to%20encourage%20deep%20root%20growth.%20\">cool-season grass care<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/warm-season-grass-growing-guide\/#:~:text=the%20last%20mow.-,don%E2%80%99t%20mow%20too%20low,-Every%20type%20of\">warm-season grass care<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-additional-lawn-care-tasks-to-prepare-for-winter\">Additional Lawn Care Tasks to Prepare for Winter<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/aeration.jpg\" alt=\"an illustraton of aeration\" class=\"wp-image-63237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/aeration.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/aeration-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/aeration-646x417.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/aeration-150x97.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/aeration-768x495.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Infographic by Juan Rodriguez<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Your lawn requires a little more than the last mow before it\u2019s ready to settle in for winter. Here are some additional steps you can take to help your lawn survive the cold months and wake up beautifully when spring returns:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Remove leaves and debris to allow sunlight to reach the grass, prevent disease, and protect your lawn\u2019s health during winter.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>Aerate cool-season turf to relieve soil compaction before the ground freezes. (Here is our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-aerate-lawn\/\">How to Aerate a Lawn<\/a>)<\/li>    <li>Overseed cool-season grass to fill in bare or thin areas of turf. (For tips on this, check out our guide <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-overseed-lawn\/\">How to Overseed a Lawn in 8 Simple Steps<\/a>)<\/li>    <li>Spot-treat perennial weeds that are still actively growing. (Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/guide-weed-control-yard\/\">Guide to Weed Control in Your Yard<\/a> article can help you to get rid of these intruders.)<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>Pro Tip: <\/strong>Before calling it a season, rather than just shoving your mower to the corner of your garage, give it a good cleaning (and an oil change if needed). Thinly coat any existing rust spots with oil and sharpen the blades to ensure a crisp cut when spring rolls around again.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Check out our article <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-winterize-your-lawn\/\">How to Winterize Your Lawn<\/a> for a more comprehensive walkthrough of the above steps.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-faq-about-the-final-lawn-mow-before-winter\">FAQ About the Final Lawn Mow Before Winter<\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-is-it-better-to-pick-up-leaves-or-mow-them\">Is it better to pick up leaves or mow them?<\/h3>    <p>Regarding leaves, <strong>many professionals suggest mulching them when mowing instead of picking them up.<\/strong> This returns essential nutrients back into the soil enhancing its fertility over time.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>However,<strong> if there\u2019s a thick layer that could smother the turf underneath or create a wet mat welcoming diseases, then yes, rake them up.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-is-it-okay-to-leave-grass-clippings-on-the-lawn-before-winter\">Is it okay to leave grass clippings on the lawn before winter?<\/h3>    <p>Leaving lawn clippings on your lawn contributes as a natural fertilizer by returning nutrients to the soil. It is typically best to leave them on through summer and into early, <strong>but as you approach winter with the final mows of the season, it\u2019s a good idea to bag or rake up those clippings<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>As with mulching leaves, wet clippings left on the lawn over winter can create wet spots that breed diseases.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-can-mowing-wet-grass-damage-it\">Can mowing wet grass damage it?<\/h3>    <p>Mowing wet grass can harm it as the blades won\u2019t cut cleanly, potentially causing disease. It can also clump under the mower deck, clog it, and leave tire marks on a soft lawn. Wait for your lawn to dry before mowing.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-hire-a-pro-for-the-final-mow\">Hire a Pro for the Final Mow<\/h2>    <p>Taking care of your final lawn mow before winter isn\u2019t as challenging as it may first appear, despite the various things to keep in mind. <strong>The key is not to make rash decisions based on what day or month it is but to pay heed to factors like grass type, weather conditions, and lawn health.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>    <p>If you\u2019re unsure about the precise timing, your best bet would be to hire a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/lawn-care\">local lawn care pro<\/a>.<strong> They can manage your last mow, <\/strong>ensuring a healthy comeback for your grass after winter.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-1a80047e-57ce-4e8f-bb49-fd6533b46f35\" data-mobilecollapse=\"true\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" 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