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A collection of helpful information from some of the best horticultural minds around. All focused on how to make your yard beautiful. Look, dig in and enjoy.

Cut no more than 1/3 of the grass blade

“The Golden Rule of Mowing” is to cut no more than 1/3 of the grass blade at one time, this promotes deep root growth. Grass that is cut too short may kill grass and let weeds grow too easily.

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