Question: What is the proper mowing height for my lawn?

Answer: Select the proper mowing height for your lawn. Measure the grass plants after mowing a very small area, then adjust your mower as necessary. Always mow your lawn at the recommended cutting height. Optimal mowing height in inches:

Hybrid Bermuda grass		0.5" to 1.0"
Common Bermuda grass		1.0" to 1.5"
St. Augustine grass, Bahia grass		3.0" to 3.5"
Zoysia grass		1.0"
Centipede grass		1.0" to 1.5"
Rye grass, Blue grass, fine fescue		2.5" to 3.0"
Tall fescues		2.5" to 3.0"