Steps to a Lovely Lawn
With our Garden Care team member Sam
STEP 1: FEED AND WEED
Apply fertiliser now to help your lawn grow stronger and greener in summer, or use a combined ‘weed and feed’ product to help tackle unwanted weeds and moss.
STEP 2: MAKE THE FIRST CUT
Set the mower blades at the highest setting, then gradually lower the blades for a closer trim. Cut your lawn about once a week in spring, and up to twice a week in summer, mowing until October.
STEP 3: MANAGE THE MOSS
Use a scarifying rake or a lawn aerator to manually remove moss, or apply a time-saving moss-remover product. This will boost your lawn’s health, and improve how it looks and feels.
STEP 4: FILL THE GAPS
Bald patches are easy to repair. Loosen the soil with a hand fork, remove any unwanted weeds, then rake gently to create a smooth surface. Scatter grass seeds or a patch repair product evenly, and water in gently.
STEP 5: NEATEN THE EDGES
Create a crisp new edge with a half-moon tool. Follow the existing edge or, if the outline is very untidy, use a straight plank of wood to help you create a brand-new edge.
