Should I Leave Grass Clippings on My Lawn?
Leaving short, dry grass clippings on a healthy lawn is usually a practical way to return nutrients and moisture to the soil, especially when the turf is mowed regularly. It becomes a poor choice when clippings are long, wet, clumped, or come from a diseased or weed-heavy lawn, because excess organic matter can smother grass and spread problems. The best answer depends on your mowing schedule, grass height, weather, and how tidy you want the lawn to look.