Jonno wrote:

takes nitrogen out then releases it again.
I've been using one of these mulching mowers for years,

I've been using mine for more than a decade, and am of the opinion that
it does make a difference.

but with water restrictions etc, wish I had a lawn.


Likewise.

As far as a better lawn is concerend, I dont think it makes much diference.
"Jen" wrote in message
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"The grass clippings left behind by a mulching mower essentially
function as a lawn fertilizer, as if you were applying compost to the
lawn.

Compost gets to very high temperatures, that's another reason
compost/grass clippings should be composted first.

As for fertilising, like someone else said, dead organic matter takes
nutrients *out* of the soil until it's properly composted.


Jen



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