How Often Should I Mow My Lawn? | Mowing Pro Lawns – Napier & Hastings

Jonathan Norman
May 24
2 min read

Updated: 11 hours ago

Keeping your lawn looking its best isn’t just about running the mower over it every now and then. At Mowing Pro Lawns, we’re often asked by our Napier and Hastings customers: "How often should I mow my lawn?" The answer depends on the season — but if you're aiming for a lush, healthy lawn, weekly mowing is key during spring, summer, and autumn.

Why Weekly Lawn Mowing Works Best in Hawke’s Bay

In the Hawke’s Bay climate, lawns grow quickly during the warmer months — especially with regular watering or rainfall. Leaving long gaps between mows can cause scalping, stress the grass, and lead to patchy or uneven growth.

That’s why we recommend:

Weekly mowing from spring through to late autumn
Fortnightly mowing in winter (if needed, depending on growth)

Regular mowing not only improves the look of your lawn but also encourages thicker, healthier turf and better weed control.

What's the Best Lawn Mowing Height?

A common mistake is cutting the grass too short. At Mowing Pro Lawns, we cut lawns to around 3 inches (7–8cm) — the ideal height for most Kiwi lawns.

Cutting too short can:

Stress the grass
Expose soil to the sun
Invite weeds
Dry out your lawn faster

👉 Stick to the 1/3 Rule

Never cut more than one-third of the grass height in a single mow. This helps protect the roots and keeps your lawn green, dense, and resilient.

Should You Mulch or Catch the Grass?

In most cases, mulching is better — and we do it wherever possible. Mulching returns nutrients and moisture to the soil, acting like a natural fertiliser. It also:

Saves on green waste disposal
Keeps lawns healthier in the long term
Reduces the need for chemical treatments

If your lawn is overgrown or wet, we may recommend catching instead to avoid clumping.

Now Offering Weed Spraying & Lawn Fertilisation in Napier & Hastings 🌱

Want to take your lawn to the next level? Mowing Pro Lawns now offers professional weed control and fertilisation treatments as an optional add-on for our clients in Napier and Hastings.

These treatments help:

Eliminate common invasive weeds
Strengthen your grass
Boost lawn health and colour
Improve soil condition and resilience

Whether you're dealing with clover, broadleaf, or moss — or just want a thicker, greener lawn — we can help.

Let Mowing Pro Lawns Keep Your Yard in Shape

At Mowing Pro Lawns, we provide professional, reliable lawn mowing in Napier and Hastings, including Taradale, Havelock North, and surrounding suburbs. Whether you need weekly service or a one-off tidy-up, we’ve got the gear and know-how to keep your lawn in top condition — year-round.

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