04/20/2026
Watch out for our furry friends nestled in the grass
The Most Important “Mow-ment” of the Season 🌱
That patch of “weeds” in the middle of your lawn?
It’s not a landscaping failure. It’s a nursery.
In spring, mother rabbits are masters of disguise. They don’t dig deep burrows. Instead, they create shallow nests—small depressions in the grass—lightly covered with fur and dried leaves. Subtle. Easy to miss. Easy to mow over.
Before you start the mower, pause for a quick 3-step safety check:
1️⃣ The Walk-Through
Never mow “blind.”
Take a few minutes to walk your lawn first. Look for small patches of flattened or dead grass, tufts of fur, or slight dips in the ground. These can signal a hidden nest.
2️⃣ The Look (Don’t Disturb)
Spot something unusual? Pause and observe closely.
If you notice movement or warmth, step away. Avoid handling whenever possible—mother rabbits will return (usually at dusk or dawn) to feed their babies.
3️⃣ Create a “No-Mow Zone”
Found a nest? Mark the area clearly—about 10 feet around it—with a chair, flag, or stake.
Give it 2–3 weeks. The babies grow quickly and will leave the nest on their own.
A perfectly uniform lawn may look neat—but it offers little life.
A little wildness? That’s where nature thrives.
This season, leaving a patch untouched isn’t neglect.
It’s protection. 🐇