During this last month of the year, you may have much on your mind and your lawn care activities may be the furthest thing from it. However, just because we are in full fledged Winter season, doesn't mean your lawn should be neglected. Maintaining your lawn now will make a huge impact come Springtime.
In the fall the cutting height of your mower should be gradually lowered in order to begin the winter with no tender young grass that will be susceptible to disease. In addition young grass will be vulnerable to drying out in the cold winter winds leaving you with a brown lawn. Lower the cutting height in steps so that the grass is gradually cut shorter or you may damage the turf by removing all the green growth.