Why Mowing Your Grass When It’s Wet Is Always a Bad Idea

Let's say you're planning out a weekend of lawn care , when you check the forecast and there it is: rain.

So does that mean that mowing your lawn is now out? Is there a way to dry the lawn out quickly? And is it worse to cut grass that's too wet, or too tall? To find out, we spoke with Sara Bendrick , licensed landscape contractor , TV personality , and STIHL Spokesperson, who agreed to walk us through the ins and outs of keeping a lawn looking good when the weather is foul.

When it comes to dealing with tall grass versus wet grass, Bendrick is unequivocal: "If I had to pick, I’d say mowing wet grass is worse . It’s harder on your mower, messier, and more likely to damage the lawn ," she says. "Tall grass might take more time to cut, but at least it’s dry—and safer for you an