jdavis Posted July 13, 2009 Report Share Posted July 13, 2009 We have approximately one acre of clover and chicory which will need to be mowed shortly. We will be using a pull behind mower which is adjustable up to around 4". Is this too low to mow the clover and chicory? We have been trying to find larger size tires to put on the mower to raise it up to 6 inches or so but have been unsuccessful. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted July 13, 2009 Report Share Posted July 13, 2009 In my experience 4 inches is not too low, but I don't think I would mow any lower than that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camoman1 Posted July 13, 2009 Report Share Posted July 13, 2009 In my experience 4 inches is not too low, but I don't think I would mow any lower than that. Same here. I dont know if this would work with your setup, but I use an old push mower with what I guess you could call a 'lift kit' on it. Instead of getting bigger tires, is there a way you can make the wheel mounts more adjustable?? I keep the mower at the property but I will try and get a pic of it, maybe it could help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted July 13, 2009 Report Share Posted July 13, 2009 Took a few pictures last spring. Mowed with our small kubota with the belly mower at 4 inches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdavis Posted July 14, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2009 I guess I'll give it a try. Thanks for the help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidd Posted July 14, 2009 Report Share Posted July 14, 2009 i mow with a bush hog set about 4.5 in. should be fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogdoc Posted July 14, 2009 Report Share Posted July 14, 2009 you will be fine but just try not to mow during a drought or when the soil is really dry. Right after a good rain is best. Mowing during hot dry weather really puts a lot of stress on the plot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunter109 Posted July 22, 2009 Report Share Posted July 22, 2009 when we mowe our clover hay fields we always have a better crop after we cut it but we cut it in the mid to late summer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunter109 Posted July 22, 2009 Report Share Posted July 22, 2009 if you have any kind of weeds in it i would have sprayed it when you cut t then it will just be what you planted instead of any weeds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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