As a gardening and landscaping expert, I can confidently say that reel mowers are not designed to handle long grass. The structure and design of reel mowers make it difficult for them to effectively cut tall blades of grass.
Reel mowers typically have a set of blades that are spaced apart at a certain distance. This spacing determines the maximum height of grass that the mower can effectively cut. The further apart the blades are, the taller the grass can be mowed by the reel.
However, as the spacing between the blades increases, the mower loses its ability to effectively mow taller grass. This is because the space between individual blades becomes smaller, making it difficult for taller grass blades to enter the reel and be cut properly.
In my personal experience, I have found that reel mowers work best on shorter grass that has been regularly maintained. When faced with long grass, reel mowers tend to struggle and can become clogged or tangled, resulting in an uneven and unsatisfactory cutting job.
It is important to note that reel mowers are designed for specific purposes, such as maintaining a well-manicured lawn that is regularly trimmed to a shorter height. They are not ideal for tackling overgrown or neglected lawns with long grass.
If you find yourself in a situation where your grass has grown too long for a reel mower to handle, it is recommended to use a different type of mower or trim the grass to a shorter height before using the reel mower. This will ensure a cleaner and more effective cutting experience.
While reel mowers have their advantages for maintaining shorter grass, they are not designed to cut long grass effectively. The spacing between the blades limits their ability to mow taller grass, resulting in a less satisfactory cutting job.
