A Guide to Creating Patterns with Your Lawn Mower
If you’re searching for ways to make your yard more appealing and inviting, check out this guide!
As your local equipment dealer, we know a thing or two about using your lawn mower to maintain your property like a pro. That’s why our experts have created this guide to highlight a few tips to get the lawn patterns you like. Read on to learn more, and then visit us for more ideas or help upgrading your machine to the latest model. We have dealerships in multiple locations throughout Kansas, so reach out today.
Use Yard Features as Guides
Before you start your lawn mower to create patterns, you’ll want to spend some time identifying any lawn décor or features on your land that you can use as guides. Though they may look like obstacles, they can help you make the patterns you want and avoid making your yard look unaligned or misshapen.
Use your features, such as walkways and driveways, to achieve clean lines and get the pattern you seek.
Edge Your Lawn
Another tip that we often recommend to our clients is to edge their lawn.
When working on a specific pattern, run two passes or three at the edges of your yard. This will help keep your lawn as even as possible.
Let the Grass Grow
Trimming your grass when it’s too short will only increase your workload. That’s because shorter grasses straighten out sooner and necessitate re-working to maintain the look on your yard that you prefer. On the other hand, taller blades easily bend, and they are more flexible, too. This helps you retain the look on your lawn for extended periods.
Press With a Roller
Your lawn mower will get you the pattern you want. However, if you seek to maximize the contrast between the light and dark sections, you’ll want to press the blades with a roller. This will help bend your grasses and make your design even more fascinating. Also, it will help you preserve the patterns for longer.
Switch Up Lawn Patterns
Over time, you might find you prefer a specific lawn pattern and want to use repeatedly. However, for the sake of your lawn’s health, consider changing it. Operating your machine over the same areas every time will likely create bald patches due to reduced airflow and make your yard unsightly. That’s why you’ll want to change your lawn mower pattern from time to time.
We hope you find this guide helpful when using your lawn mower to get the patterns you like. For more ideas or to look at affordable lawn mowers for sale, visit PrairieLand Partners. We have an impressive collection of lawn equipment, and we can help you select a model that suits your budget and unique needs. We serve all of Kansas, and we can’t wait to assist you!