The colour green has an instant calming effect and in today’s crazy pace of living, plants provide a reprieve for one’s soul. As a result, we need green spaces in our lives. This is all the more reason to get started on an excellent source of green: your lawn. The better care your lawn receives early in spring, the less effort it will require for the rest of the year. So follow the next steps to ensure that yours is spring ready:
1: Check tools
- Does your lawnmower functions properly; if not, certainly service it.
- Are your sprinklers working?
- Take a steel rake to remove old thatch from between the grass
2: Cutting
Begin by setting your lawnmower blade to cut the grass quite short, then proceed with mowing.
Next, lower the grass to approximately 3cm. However, adjust accordingly if the roots are shallow, cutting just above them.
Use a steel rake to thoroughly remove all thatch (old bits of grass) from between the short-cut grass blades.
3: Lawndressing
- Apply the Lawndressing
- The sparser the lawn, the more lawndressing you will need to apply.
- You can also use lawndressing to level out uneven areas or raise them to the desired height.
- Spread the lawndressing evenly using the back of a rake.
4: Fertilise
- Start by applying a lawn fertilizer to nourish your lawn.
- Ensure you use a fertilizer specifically made for lawns.
- If using a chemical fertilizer, be cautious not to over-apply to avoid burning the grass.
- Consider using an organic fertilizer to eliminate the risk of lawn burn.
5: Water
To begin with, ensure your lawn receives adequate watering for growth and nutrition. Ideally, water in the early morning to keep the lawn dry at night and reduce the risk of fungal diseases. Additionally, watering early in the day minimizes water evaporation.
In conclusion, Spring is in full swing, making it the perfect time to start caring for your lawn. Check out our August promotions to prepare your lawn and garden for the season. Sit back and watch your grass grow greener!
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