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Perennial ryegrass, when can I give it a first mow?

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Lance Johnson 1 Apr 2026

Perennial ryegrass, when can I give it a first mow?

Hey guys new to this page
Planted perennial ryegrass 3 weeks ago
I did etho/meso before seeding
When would you do the first mow for best results thanks

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  • Garry B
    Garry B1 Apr 2026

    Don’t go off time, go off height, wait until it’s around 50–60mm, then mow down to 35–40mm, taking no more than a third off. Before mowing, do a quick pull test, if the seedlings stay anchored you’re good to go, if they lift, give it a few more days. I would say looking at that you’re fine to nip the tops off.

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