Knowing how often to mow your lawn in Michigan depends on the season, grass type, and how fast your lawn is growing. In general, most Michigan lawns benefit from mowing once a week during peak growing months, especially in late spring and early summer when rainfall and cooler temperatures encourage growth.
During spring, aim to mow every 7 to 10 days as grass begins growing more actively. In summer, mowing once a week is usually enough, though you may be able to stretch it to every 10 to 14 days during hot, dry periods when growth slows. In fall, grass growth picks up again, so weekly mowing is often ideal until the first frost.
A good rule of thumb is to never remove more than one third of the grass blade at a time. Keeping your mower blade sharp and maintaining a slightly taller grass height helps protect your lawn from weeds, drought stress, and disease. By adjusting your mowing schedule with Michigan’s changing seasons, you can keep your lawn healthy, green, and resilient all year long.