Tropical · winter

August lawn care in tropical areas

For places like Darwin, Cairns, Townsville. Timing is typical for the zone; check your own lawn before you act.

Jobs for August

Mow regularly while the lawn is growing

Mowing

Mow often enough that you never take off more than a third of the leaf at once. Keep shaded areas a little higher than sunny ones, and keep the blade sharp so it cuts cleanly. In the wet season growth can be fast, so you may need to mow more than once a week.

Remind me

Coming up in September

  • Core aerate compacted areas
  • Wetting agent before summer, if water isn't soaking in
  • Check your local water rules
  • Service the mower before the wet season