Lawn Care
Summer is here, the days are getting longer, and barbecue season is in full swing! Now is the perfect time to get your garden lawn ready for the sunnier days ahead.
We’ve put together a step-by-step guide for you follow throughout the year to spruce up your grass ready for the summer gatherings and outdoor fun!
Rake
In early spring, clean your lawn by lightly raking away the winter debris. This will help to clear the moss and allow more light and water to reach the roots of the grass. If you have any large areas of moss and weeds, use a product like Miracle-Gro Evergreen Complete 4 in 1 to clear it.
Areate
After doing this, your lawn needs a helping hand to avoid compacting down and to help water reach the deeper roots. This can be done with aeration which involves gently puncturing the surface of the soil with a garden fork to aid draining.
Mow
Choose a dry day for the first cut of the year in March or early April. It’s important to keep the mower blades on the high side. A light trim will help to encourage strong root growth which makes the grass a lot healthier and more resilient. Don’t overdo it – twice a month should be enough.
Reseed
If you notice any bald patches, you will need to reseed these areas. Simply rake over the area, apply lawn seed and then give it another gentle rake with some topdressing before stamping in gently. Make sure you keep well-watered.
Feed
Late Spring to early Summer (May to June) are good months to add a spring feed to your lawn to increase the productivity of your grass and also discourage pesky weeds and moss. A good feed will help your grass to grow greener and thicker. Always apply fertiliser and patch repair products soon after mowing the grass so they’ve got maximum time to get to work before the next cut.
Follow all these steps and you’ll soon be rewarded with a lush, healthy garden that will make your neighbours green with envy! We stock a large range of quality law treatments to help you achieve growing success. Find fast-growing lawn seed, lawn food, moss management, weed control products and more in our Gardening and Wildlife Department. We also supply all the tools you need to keep your lawn in tip top condition all year round.
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