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🌱 Researching the best grass cutting patterns for various lawn shapes and sizes.

Best Grass Cutting Patterns for Various Lawn Shapes and Sizes

  1. Rectangular/Square Lawns:

Small to Medium Size:

  • Straight Lines: Mow back and forth in straight lines parallel to the longest side.
  • Striping: Mow in alternate directions with each pass to create a striped appearance.

Large Size:

  • Striping: Similar to smaller lawns but may require more precise turning at ends.
  • Checkered: Mow in one direction (e.g., north-south), then mow perpendicularly (e.g., east-west) on the next session.

  1. Circular or Irregular Lawns:

Small to Medium Size:

Spiral: Start from the outside edge and mow in a tight spiral towards the center.

Large Size:

Spiral: Begin with wider arcs and progressively tighten the spiral as you move inward. Large circles to smaller spirals: Start with large circular patterns, transitioning to smaller, tighter spirals.

  1. Narrow or Long Lawns:

All Sizes:

Straight Lines: Mow in long, straight lines along the length of the lawn to minimize turning.

  1. Complex Shaped Lawns (with multiple flower beds or obstacles):

All Sizes:

Sectional Mowing: Divide the lawn into manageable sections and mow each using the best pattern for its shape.

Lawn Shape & Size Recommended Cutting Pattern
Rectangular/Square - Small/Med Straight Lines, Striping
Rectangular/Square - Large Striping, Checkered
Circular/Irregular - Small/Med Spiral (outward to inward)
Circular/Irregular - Large Spiral, Large circles to smaller spirals
Narrow/Long - All Sizes Straight Lines (in the longer direction)
Complex Shapes - All Sizes Sectional Mowing (per shape of section)

Optimal General Pattern for All Lawns

Alternating Striping:

  • Description: Alternating the mowing direction with each mow to promote even grass growth and reduce soil compaction. Suitable for most lawn shapes and sizes, and enhances aesthetic appeal through a professional, striped look.

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