Experts urge early watering and adjusted mowing to save lawns from summer heat

As temperatures soar this week, gardening experts are warning homeowners to immediately adjust their lawn care routines to prevent permanent damage.

The most critical instruction is the 'before 10 am' rule, as watering during the peak sun causes water to evaporate before it can soak into the dry soil. Professionals also suggest raising mower blades to keep grass longer, which provides vital shade for the ground and helps maintain moisture levels. Counterintuitively, if a lawn has already turned brown, experts advise stopping all watering to let the grass remain in its natural, protective state of dormancy.

Homeowners should focus on soil health over cosmetic greenness as high-heat conditions are expected to persist throughout the month.