Lawn Tips
A key feature of most gardens is the lawn. A lawn has many functions. It can be used to create an open space which is aesthetically pleasing to the eye or it can be a play area, a sitting area, a place to relax, a place to exercise and more….
To keep your lawn looking its best here are some tips for maintaining your lawn throughout the seasons:
Spring
- Clear lawn of leaves, stones and twigs before mowing
- If lawn has been lifted by frost then roll to flatten before mowing
- Start mowing the lawn – set the blades high to begin with
- In late spring aerate your lawn by pushing a garden fork 15cm into ground and wiggle it to open up holes
- Sweep away any worm casts which are visible on the lawn
- Kill moss by sprinkling lawn sand over infected areas
- In late spring scarify your lawn by dragging a rake through the lawn
- Apply a spring feed from late April
- Re-cut lawn edges with a half moon edger and plank of wood
- Over seed the lawn to fill any gaps that have appeared
Summer
- During dry spells water thoroughly
- Mow at least once a week
- Pull out any weeds by hand or use a spot weeder
- Keep edges neat and tidy
- If the lawn is well used then aerate and scarify
- Use a fertiliser on patchy areas of grass
Autumn
- Remove fallen leaves
- Keep mowing if grass is still growing
- Improve drainage by aerating (see spring)
- Scarify your lawn by dragging a rake through the lawn
- Re-seed worn patches or re-turf larger areas
- Apply an autumn fertiliser
- Treat any diseases which may develop
- Top dress uneven parts of your lawn and level out with back of rake
- Sweep away any worm casts which are visible on the lawn
Winter
- Avoid walking on lawn during times of snow or frost
- Remove fallen leaves
- Check for snow mould and treat if necessary
- Remove thatch
- Service lawn mower before storing for the winter
- Clean garden equipment such as rakes and spades and store in a dry area to prevent rust