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Old 04-29-2023, 06:38 PM
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Wrong Centipede? Really? Yes, there are different varieties. LOL. Have you actually ever had Centipede?

How to Mow Centipedegrass
Mow centipedegrass every 5 to 7 days when it’s growing. Keep your centipedegrass between 1 and 2 inches tall. Mow less often when the lawn is drought-stressed and raise the height by ½ to 1 inch. However, don’t let the height exceed 2 ½ inches.

Mow the lawn at 1.5 to 2 inches. Weekly mowing is the normal practice. Be sure to keep the mower blade sharp to avoid tearing rather than cutting the grass blades cleanly. During times of drought stress, mow less frequently and avoid unnecessary foot traffic.

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Originally Posted by Ozzello View Post
Then you had the wrong Centipede. There is a big difference between the varieties. Common will do quite well, and you can get away with mowing it once a month or less and stay within TV standards.

Last edited by tuccillo; 04-29-2023 at 07:30 PM.