Gardening: Raise Mowing Height For Summer Lawns

I mow my grass once a week at a 1 inch height. My neighbor suggested raising the height to almost 2 inches because it is better for the lawn. Which is better? The leaves of all plants are where food is manufactured. Leaves absorb sunlight and combine carbon dioxide with water to create carbohydrates for growth and energy in a process called photosynthesis.

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