By James Rodger

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UK households have been warned over the exact date they must not mow lawns after this autumn . Keep your lawn looking lush by regularly cleaning up fallen leaves, this will also let the light shine on the grass, keeping it green. Gardening pros told national media outlets around October 5 is also the last time you should cut your grass before leaving until next year. The Grass People added: “In October, as the temperature begins to drop, the grass growth has slowed. This means we are nearing the last cut of the year, so it’s time to raise the cutting height of your mower. During the colder months, we are really aiming to simply top the lawn, or in other words, just trim the blades and keep it tidy.” READ MORE UK households with white walls warned as epidemic starts to sweep England To mow effectively, raise the mower so the blades are at the highest point and aim to trim the top of the grass. Then, remove any leaves from your lawn with the lawnmower or a rake and avoid cutting the grass on a frosty or overly wet day. If you live in a mild area, you may be able to top your grass in November, but for most people, it will be October, they went on to say. Lawnsmith says: “A light high cut (topping) at any time to keep the lawn looking smart is in order. There is no reason to have a ‘scruffy’ looking lawn for one third of the year. “The soil should be on the firm side and definitely not soft. Squeegee (see How to Mow Wet or Long Grass) the grass if it is wet. Do not mow on a frosty lawn or if frost/freezing due within 24 hours of mowing. “Be careful with turns at this time of the year as this can damage the grass. “