If grass becomes excessively long between mowings, it may be necessary to bag or rake clippings to prevent them from matting on top of the lawn. Mowers Various types of mowers are available, each having advantages and disadvantages. From the viewpoint of leaving clippings on the lawn, any mower can do the job if the lawn is mowed frequently before grass becomes too long. Mulching mowers, a type of rotary mower that chops clippings several times before they fall into the lawn, are a good choice. Bagging mowers may or may not require the bag to be attached.
Kits are available to convert some bagging mowers into mulching mowers.
Choice of mower depends on budget, mowing habits and size of lawn. In selecting a mower, consider its ability to return grass clippings to the lawn. Yard waste makes up 20 percent of materials sent to landfills annually, yet 100 percent of it can be recycled. Less yard waste means less trash hauling for municipalities. Savings in labor, fuel and other costs can be substantial.