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How to know when it's time to mow

By Charity Nebbe,

Published April 18, 2025 at 4:11 PM CDT

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Now that spring is in full swing, it’s time to start caring for your lawn again. Iowa State University turf grass specialist Adam Thoms discusses how to know when it’s time to mow and other lawn-keeping tips.

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Adam Thoms, turf grass specialist, Iowa State University

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Charity Nebbe

Charity Nebbe is IPR's 'Talk of Iowa' host. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelors degree from Iowa State University.

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Aaron Steil

Aaron Steil is a Consumer Horticulture Specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. Aaron contributes his expertise to the Garden Variety podcast and newsletter and to Talk of Iowa's Horticulture Day program.

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Brianna Bohling-Hall

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