How Often Should You Mow Your Lawn in Sydney?

Written By Matthew Afford

By Greener Meadows – Lawn Mowing & Garden Services

Keeping your lawn healthy in Sydney’s climate comes down to one simple rule:

👉 Mow regularly, not occasionally.

But how often is regularly?
Here’s a clear, easy guide based on Sydney’s weather, the grass type you have, and the season.

Why regular mowing matters

Mowing isn’t just about making your lawn look neat. Regular cuts help your lawn:

  • Grow thicker and more evenly

  • Reduce weeds

  • Stay greener all year round

  • Handle heat, rain and foot traffic better

  • Avoid pests and fungal issues

A lawn that’s mowed at the right frequency will always look better and cost less to maintain.

Sydney Lawn Mowing Frequency by Season

🌱 Spring (September – November)

Recommended: Every 1–2 weeks
Spring growth is fast due to warmer days and extra rain. Cutting regularly keeps the lawn thick and prevents it from becoming thatchy or patchy.

☀️ Summer (December – February)

Recommended: Weekly
Sydney summers are hot, humid and perfect for grass growth. If you wait too long between cuts, the lawn becomes uneven and stressed.
Weekly mowing also helps control weeds like paspalum and bindii.

🍂 Autumn (March – May)

Recommended: Every 2–3 weeks
Growth slows down but doesn’t stop. This is a great time to prepare your lawn for winter.

❄️ Winter (June – August)

Recommended: Every 3–4 weeks
Grass growth is at its slowest, especially in shaded areas. A light, regular trim prevents the lawn from becoming messy without stressing it.

How Often to Mow by Grass Type

Different lawns grow at different rates. Here’s a simple guide:

Buffalo Grass (Sir Walter, Sapphire, Palmetto)

Every 1–2 weeks in summer
Buffalo grows quickly and needs consistent mowing to stay thick.

Kikuyu

Weekly in spring and summer
Kikuyu grows aggressively and becomes overgrown quickly if left too long.

Couch Grass

Every 1–2 weeks in warm months
Couch prefers shorter, more frequent mowing to stay healthy.

What Happens If You Mow Too Infrequently?

Leaving the lawn too long and then doing a big cut can cause:

  • Brown, scalped patches

  • Weed infestation

  • Thatch build-up

  • Stress and disease

  • Bare patches that never recover

Regular short cuts keep the lawn green, soft and tidy year-round.

Local Lawn Mowing for Schofields & Surrounding Suburbs

Greener Meadows provides reliable lawn mowing and garden services across:

  • Schofields (2762)

  • Riverstone (2765)

  • The Ponds (2769)

  • Quakers Hill (2763)

  • Marsden Park (2765)

  • Rouse Hill (2155)

  • Stanhope Gardens (2768)

  • Colebee (2761)

  • Tallawong & Box Hill

If you want a lawn that looks great all year around — without the hassle — we’re local, insured, and ready to help.

Need Your Lawn Mowed Regularly?

Greener Meadows offers:

✔️ One-off lawn mowing
✔️ Regular maintenance (weekly, fortnightly, or monthly)
✔️ Edging, trimming & blowing
✔️ Garden clean-ups and pressure washing
✔️ Affordable, reliable service

Get a free quote today:
👉 Use the form on our website

Matthew Afford
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