How to Mow for Autumn Lawn Care | Lawn Care Tips for Autumn

Mowing for lawn care in autumn means choosing the proper height for your grass, mulching your leaves for fertiliser, and mowing less often. As the heat of Australia dies down and autumn comes around, many homeowners wind down their mowing schedule. Autumn care is crucial for allowing your grass the best chance to survive through winter.

You've come to the right place for autumn lawn care tips. Mowrator has plenty of experience not only designing remote-controlled lawnmowers but also testing them on all types of Australian grass. Read our guide to understand how to mow your lawn and other practices like fertilising, weeding, and overseeding.

Key Takeaways

• Adjusting your mowing height (between 2.5 and 10 cm, depending on the grass type), mulching autumn leaves, and reducing your mowing frequency can help prepare your lawn for winter.
• Mulching leaves enriches the soil and suppresses weeds, while proper fertilising and overseeding in autumn boost root growth and rejuvenate the grass.
• Avoid dethatching during autumn to prevent stressing the lawn, and tailor care practices to regional weather conditions for optimal results.

How to Mow Autumn Grass

You must choose the ideal mowing height, mulch your autumn leaves, mow less often, and begin preparations for winter. Although most Australian winters are mild, a healthy lawn still needs proper maintenance if you want it to look the same the following spring. Take a look at our guide for mowing autumn grass in Australia.

What is the Ideal Mowing Height for Autumn Grass?

The ideal height for mowing autumn grass in Australia is between 2.5 and 10 cm, depending on the type of grass. Cool-season grasses still grow during the autumn and winter, so mowing this grass between 2.5 and 10 centimetres is the ideal height to set your mower blades to. Warm-season grass, on the other hand, should be cut between a tighter range (between 2 and 7.5 centimetres). The ideal mowing height also heavily depends on the grass species.

Should I Mulch My Autumn Leaves?

Yes, you should mulch your autumn leaves—especially if you have a mulching lawn mower like the Mowrator S1 Remote Control Lawn Mower 4WD. Mulching your lawn before winter offers plenty of environmental benefits, especially for soil health and suppressing weed growth. It's also an inexpensive way to slow-release nutrients to dormant grass during winter.

How Often Should I Mow My Lawn in Autumn?

You should mow your lawn every 2 to 4 weeks during autumn to accommodate the decrease in growth. Both warm-season and cool-season grasses will need less mowing during autumn as the temperature drops, but the exact frequency can depend on where you live. In regions like Victoria and Tasmania, you may need to mow more often to tame your wet turf.

What are Other Lawn Care Tips for Autumn Grass?

Autumn is a great time to fertilise, remove weeds, overseed, and extract pests and diseases before your lawn becomes dormant in winter. Addressing any lawn concerns in autumn can help give your lawn a new life come spring.

Should I Fertilise My Lawn Grass in Australia?

Yes, lawn fertiliser is essential to your late autumn lawn care schedule. Fertilising during autumn leads to firm root and root growth over winter. It also lets your plants regain all the nutrients they've depleted during summer when grass rapidly grows. Like anyone after strenuous exercise, fertiliser is the lawn food your winter grass needs to replenish for another year of growing.

Do Weeds Grow in Autumn and Winter?

Yes, weeds can grow during autumn and winter in Australia. Australian winter is typically around 10℃ according to the Bureau of Meteorology, with Northern Australia ranging around 20℃ and Southern Australia dropping to 8.5℃. Weeds thrive in lawns with cooler temperatures and abundant rainfall, which makes it a necessary time to use a selective herbicide or fungicide.

Common weeds you may find throwing on your new lawn in autumn include thistly, dandelions, clover, and bindii eye.

Can I Overseed My Grass in Autumn?

Yes, autumn is an excellent time to overseed your lawn. The increase in rainfall and milder temperatures in autumn create the ideal conditions for cool-season grasses to establish and grow quickly when you overseed. Aim to overseed early in the season to avoid cold soil temperatures.

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FAQs on How to Mow for Autumn Lawn Care?

Can you grow grass in autumn in Australia?

Yes, autumn is an excellent time to grow grass in Australia. Autumn offers milder temperatures and increased rainfall in many regions, creating ideal conditions for grass growth. For warm-season grasses like Buffalo, Couch, and Kikuyu, autumn is a peak growth period, making it perfect for seeding or overseeding. Cool-season grasses, such as ryegrass, also thrive in autumn's cooler conditions, making it a good time for planting in southern regions.

Can I dethatch my lawn in autumn?

No, dethatching your lawn in autumn is generally not recommended in Australia, as it can cause stress and damage to the grass when it's preparing for winter. Instead, dethatching is best done towards the end of spring (around October/November) when the lawn is actively growing and can recover quickly. This allows your lawn to benefit from improved air circulation and nutrient uptake before the cooler months arrive.