The 5 Secrets Behind The Perfect Lawn
A perfectly groomed lawn is among the most coveted of all garden features, but it’s
also one of the most difficult elements to achieve.
Especially in a country with an unpredictable summer like the UK, it can be really
tough to ensure that your lawn remains as healthy, lush and green as you want it to.
If you’re struggling to get your green grass up to the standard you desire then this is
the guide for you. Here are five industry secrets that can give the edge on your
neighbour and leave them wondering how on earth your lawn is so perfect:
Don’t mow too short
This is a very common mistake that homeowners make, and one that can have
massive implications for the health of your lawn. Mowing your grass really short will
generally make your lawn grow faster, and the shorter your grass is, the more water
and herbicides are needed – all of a sudden a simple once-a-week job turns into an
all-consuming task.
But how short is too short? There are different schools of thought in the industry, but
generally speaking, most experts suggest that you should never cut more than a
third of your grass’s height during a mowing session. The reason why this is an
effective mowing method is that leaving the bottom two-thirds of your grass intact
means that the grass roots will grow deeper and the deeper the roots are, the
healthier the grass will be.
Keep your mower blades sharp
This is another crucial element that is all too often overlooked by budding gardeners
all over the world. It’s really important to keep your mower blades sharp for the
simple reason that sharper blades will result in a better cut.
If you’re mowing your lawn with a blunt blade, rather than cutting the grass you’re
tearing it, and the result of this is unhealthy grass that often looks grey or brown;
rather than the green that you’ve worked so hard to create.
Don’t overwater
Overwatering grass is perhaps the number one mistake made by homeowners.
There is a perception that using loads of water is good for the grass, but in fact the
opposite is true.
When a lawn is overwatered, this yields more roots in between the grass and the
soil, creating more hassle for you. Rather than watering regularly, it is better to
water your lawn quite heavily; but not very often. This gives your grass the nutrients
it needs without flooding the whole lawn and causing those pesky roots we talked
about.
It’s also worth monitoring how much natural watering your lawn is getting by
investing in a rain gauge. Using a rain gauge will help you to see how much water
has fallen on your lawn, leading to a more accurate idea of how much water is
needed.
One easy way to see when your grass needs some water is to push a screwdriver
into the ground. If it’s difficult to get the screwdriver in, then it’s time for some water.
Water in the morning
When it comes to actually watering, a lot of people tend to water their lawn at night;
but the reality is that morning is actually a far more effective time to give your grass
the moisture it needs.
If you water your lawn at night, the grass will stay wet all night as there will be less
evaporation taking place, and then at dawn the dew will fall and add to the moisture.
If a lawn is too wet, it’s much more likely to get diseased. Watering early in the
morning is the best way to keep your lawn healthy without it getting too wet or
waterlogged.
Mow often
This one is easier said than done, but mowing the lawn often is a key way to achieve
that green lawn that so many garden enthusiasts are after. By mowing regularly, you
force your grass to grow more thickly, and this in turn will help keep out weeds and
make your grass greener.
Hopefully our five tips will help you achieve the ideal lawn for you, but if all of the
above just sounds like too much hard work for you, then give us a call on {Telephone
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