Cutting New Grass?

[Doug99]

Hi All,

My lawn had several 'plate' size patches which I have recently laid some 'grow anywhere grass seeds'. These have now successfully germinated and the new grass is about 2 inches long but each strand appears very thin and flimsy. They have not fully rooted and can be lifted very easily.

My query is whether I should just leave these areas to continue to grow in length and wait for the roots to strengthen, or keep them at this length by trimming regularly.

My worry is that my hover mower may just suck them out of the ground

Cheers - Doug

 

[ImayKnow]

For the first few weeks cut them with hedge shears to help encourage root growth,. Walking on the grass will not do it any harm and will help firm the soil. Don't walk on it whilst wet, but do water the grass in the evenings during this current hot spell

 

[Mursal]

Cut to encourage it to thicken, but be gentle.

Have you a blade on a strimmer or the like, just to take the top off. Very easy to do more harm than good.

 

[Doug99]

Thanks both. The patches are easily managed with shears and am keeping them well watered.

Cheers

 

[ImayKnow]

Thanks both. The patches are easily managed with shears and am keeping them well watered.

Cheers

Your welcome Doug.