When do you add fertilizer to new grass and which fertilizer do you choose are two important factors in determining how well your new grass thrives. The timing of additional fertilizer applications, that are required to…
Keeping your lawn healthy and looking its best can depend on a number of factors. For the grass to strive it needs adequate moisture, oxygen, and a supply of nutrients. However whilst there might be plenty…
The two most common ways of reinvigorating or putting down a new lawn are to lay sod or overseed it, with hydroseeding being an increasingly popular and efficient way of seeding. As such, the pros and…
The secret to successful overseeding lies in the preparation. Ensuring that the ground is in the best condition for the new seeds to take and thrive will help avoid many of the common problems that can…
Knowing after overseeding when to cut the grass could be the difference between having a beautiful lawn or destroying all of your good work. The problem is that there isn’t a definitive timescale as it depends…
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 it takes for grass to grow after seeding is a bit like asking how long is a piece of string as there are so many variables involved in the process. The best you…
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 either 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….
What is lawn scarification? Scarification involves removing thatch and moss from your lawn. Scarification, also known as “dethatching”, is a vital part of lawn care. Thatch is a build-up of dead grass, moss, and weeds, which…
Do you ever wake up to find a hole in your lawn? Animals, kids or the unexplained, the sudden appearance of small holes in your lawn overnight is more common than you think. There are few…
Have you ever wondered how to cultivate a beautiful, green lawn? Then forking a lawn is one of the best ways to help achieve this. Aerating the lawn is one of the most important and effective…
