When to Dethatch a Lawn in Ohio

Weeds sprouting along a concrete edge in a lawn area during warm season.

Most Ohio lawns do not need dethatching. Cut a wedge of turf with a spade and measure the brown, spongy layer between the green blades and the soil.

How High to Mow a Lawn in Nunavut

Weeds sprouting along a concrete edge in a lawn area during warm season.

Mow Kentucky bluegrass and fine fescues at 2 to 3 inches, tall fescue at 3 to 3.5 inches, and perennial ryegrass and rough bluegrass at 1.5 to 2.5 inches.