Story: Last Mow Before Winter
Episode: 10
Presenter: Bonnie-Marie Hibbs
Air Date: 1 May 2021

The fast growth that our lawns experience during spring and summer will slow right down in autumn, making it the perfect time to trim, edge and mow them.

• You should mow your lawn in late autumn, just before winter hits. This way it won’t end up with browning tips and is less likely to turn yellow from frost.
• Give your lawn a really good water beforehand, as this will encourage a final flush of healthy growth.
• Use a grass trimmer to edges your lawn along pathways and garden edges, and get it looking nice and crisp.
• The bump guard on the STIHL FSA 60 R helps to protect your trees and retaining walls by maintaining a safe distance between the cutting head and the ground.
• Make sure the head is level to avoid cutting too low or ‘scalping’, which can damage the grass.
• If the trimmer line breaks, simply tap the head on a hard surface at full throttle and the line will refill. This is a common feature on all STIHL grass trimmers.
• Set your mower to a height of 50-70mm to ensure that the blades are high enough to protect the roots of the grass and keep the lawn looking good for the whole season.
• To make turning easier, do 2 laps of the perimeter of your lawn and then mow the rest of it in straight lines.
• Don’t throw your lawn clippings away. They’re full of really great nutrients, so add them to your compost bin or use them on your garden as mulch.
• Give your lawnmower a good clean and check the blades for any wear and tear. If they look dull, visit your local STIHL dealer to get them sharpened before spring.

For more information, head to
www.stihl.com.au