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Fergus Falls, MN – At the Fergus Falls City Council meeting on April 15th, “No Mow May” was approved.
City code requires grass to be shorter than 6 inches, but the approval of No Mow May waives that requirement for the entire month, so residents can choose to refrain from mowing their lawns throughout May.
The purpose is to allow grass to grow freely, providing habitat for pollinators, insects and birds.
As grass, dandelions and clover grow, they can offer an early food source for emerging insects.
“This token gesture is a small step for native pollinators,” said Public Works Director Len Taylor. “We encourage residents to consider doing more, such as planting a small pocket prairie with a variety of native flowers.”
Additionally, participating in No Mow May can save time and resources that would be spent on lawn maintenance, as well as reducing emissions from lawn mowers.
(Press Release Courtesy of the City of Fergus Falls)