Once it is done, you can clearly see what is left. It is then relativity easy to do the edging. The only downside is that if you have already cleaned up it will leave extra grass clippings that need to be removed. It is generally easier to see where the problem areas are and where you need to concentrate your efforts once the grass has been cut. Mowing first will generally lead to neater sharper edges. It could take a bit more effort but depending on circumstances, might be worth it.
The main thinking behind this option is that you prevent damage to trees, shrubs, and other plants. By edging first, you remove the grass and leave the plants safe. This does make the task of mowing faster, easier, and probably a bit safer for the plants in the area. If you are careful and only mow in the lawn area, this need not be an issue.
Again, it will depend on the layout of the garden and how long the grass has been left to grow. If you mow regularly and edge most of the time, this is not likely to be an issue. If you maintain a beautifully manicured lawn at a low height, mowing frequently sometimes more than once a week, then you are likely to mow first. You give the lawn a haircut and then you give it that crisp edge to finish it off.
If you are like most homeowners, although still taking pride in your patch, you are likely to mow weekly but only during the height of the growing season — then you will likely want to get the edges trimmed back with the whipper snipper first and then tidy it all up with the mower.
Some then also finish it off with an edger. So, if you are to ask us what should come first, we would say whipper snip. Then mow the lawn and if you have an edger then do the edge. Trim, mow, edge and blow. What better way to clean things up than to blow away messy bits of clip that have found their way onto driveways and footpaths.
Some even trim the edges and give it a blow before they mow as well — whatever makes you happy and provides the best result. I may have to rethink my process. Last edited by wafflesngravy on Mon Apr 15, pm, edited 1 time in total. Post by quattljl » Mon Apr 15, pm Mow, trim, edge, blow. Post by wafflesngravy » Mon Apr 15, pm I'm a little bit spoiled. I live in wind country without fences so after many mowings I can let the wind be my worker bee.
Last weekend he called in sick so I had to do it. I really need to get a nice cordless blower one of these days. Extension cords are gonna be the death of me. Post by Killsocket » Mon Apr 15, pm 1. Edge not on weeknight mows, but on Sat-Sun mows 2. Blow i finally got a blower for Echo PAS for blowing grass off the driveway, etc. Otherwise it's hard to matche HOC to my reel and I dont get as sharp of an edge on my sidewalks because the rollers push the grass one way and the other.
Post by social port » Mon Apr 15, pm 1. Trim approx. Edge approx 4x month 3. Mow perimeter 4. Some people also find that this is troublesome if they have pets as the edge clippings will easily get trodden around the garden and into the house.
Earlier on, we talked about getting your edging and mowing heights aligned, and this is far easier when you mow the lawn before you edge it. You will get a far better idea of how deep you need to go with your trimmer and edger, and this will give you a more consistent and aesthetically appealing result.
However, if you have the confidence and experience to get this right by edging first, then there is no reason why you should not. You should also be aware that the type of lawn mower you use will impact when you should mow. As we discovered earlier on, a ride on mower is great for massive lawns but will require you to know where you need to edge, otherwise, you may find yourself getting the edger and trimmer back out of the shed for a second time that day.
The most important thing to remember when deciding when to edge a lawn is that there is no right or wrong time. A lot of the decision-making should be based on your personal preference.
Some people like to get the mowing out of the way first so that they can see some real progress being made, whereas others find that the convenience of edging first suits them better.
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