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20 years ago

I think you may have missed my post, so I'll repost it:

Hello Dr. Rogers,

We seeded a new lawn with Scott's Pure Premium High Traffic Blend (Perennial Rye's and Kentucky Bluegrass)about 3 1/2 weeks ago. The grass that has come in is getting quite tall, about 4 inches in some spots. There are still quite a few bare patches around. My question is when should we first mow the lawn? Will we damage the young plants that are just now germinating? Or should we wait a couple more weeks to mow even though it's getting tall?

We appreciate any advice you can give.

Thanks

Here is a link that might be useful: Scotts Pure Premium High Traffic Grass Seed

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yarddoctor
20 years ago
Dear Rumble Seat,

Thank you very much for your inquiry. Sorry for the tardiness, actually I was just looking at this post. This is my go around at this type of communication and I only have recently figured out these dates, but I do think I can answer your questions.

My advice to you is to begin to mow the grass at about a 3 inch height and get on a regular mowing schedule now. The grass that is only 1-2 weeks old will tolerate the traffic from the mower, maybe not a volleyball game at this point. This mowing is the key to promoting density in your yard.

Again, thanks for the question and let me know if you have more.

Respectfully

Trey Rogers
The Yard Doctor
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