After overseeding, you’ll want to water, however, when and how much should you water after overseeding will depend on a number of factors such as, the type of and species of grass you have overseeded with…
Asking how long does it take for grass to grow after seeding is a bit like asking asking how long is a piece of string as there are so many variables involved in the process. The…
Laying new sod or overseeding is often a necessary part of developing and maintaining a good healthy lawn. However, it is important to follow up with good lawn care practices to avoid diminishing the effect of…
Overseeding your lawn and watering are established ways of maintaining a healthy lawn. Indeed overseeding has become an important part of good lawn care practice. The idea behind overseeding is to create a thick layer of…
A common question often asked is whether you should overseed before or after top dressing? The short answer is that you can do it wither way around, however, it is generally advised that the best way…
There are many benefits to choosing to top dress a lawn. In short topdressing is beneficial because it provides nutrients to the soil, increases water retention and suppresses weeds. It also makes the lawn appear healthier…
Yes, you can use compost for top dressing. Indeed, it is an excellent top dressing for your lawn and can be far better than commercially bought top dressings especially if it is prepared correctly before use….
Blueberries are an acid-loving plant. Although they grow in a wide range of soil types they prefer a soil that is pH of 4.5 to 5.5. Using acidic compost for blueberries can help in providing the…
Knowing how often to turn compost depends on a number of factors such as size, the composition of the pile and the composting process you are using. This means there is no definitive answer and you…
The UK’s Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has become deeply concerned that tomatoes and lavender plants could be under threat from imported pathogens and pests this summer. The organisation has flagged up that the with increasingly warmer…
