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Summer care
Looking after your lawn in the summer can be hard work, especially when we have 'typical' weather conditions - ranging from hot and sunny to wet and cold. There are a few things we can do to help our lawns out at this time:
Mowing
Always remember the golden rule of never taking more than 1/3rd of the grass height off in one cut. This may mean that you have to cut it more than once a week when conditions are good for growing. The less you cut off the better - so a little trim every couple of days (if you have the time!) will thicken up the coverage and give great results. If the weather is dry for a period of time, leave the grass a bit longer than normal and consider reducing the frequency of cutting to reduce stress to the grass. If you do dfecide to cut the grass in these conditions - only take a little off - you could leave the collector box off and leave the cuttings on the lawn, this will provide nutrients when rotting down. Don't leave the clippings if they are long (or if you have used a lawn weed killer of any sort recently) as this will hamper growth and perhaps thicken the thatch (see Lawn information for more info.) Also check/sharpen or replace your mower blades - if the are blunt they will tear the grass and not slice it which will cause the blades of grass to develop brown tips.Watering
If you are allowed by your local authority and happy to water your lawn when conditions are dry, remember that it is best to water for a longer period of time less frequently (say once a week in the early morning or evening) so that the water can get to the grass roots. Watering lightly every day can encourage weeds and disease. It is also a good idea to consider aerating the lawn to help the water penetrate and improve air exchange (see Lawn information for more info.).
Weeds
Even in the best lawns, weeds will try to establish themselves (getting brought in by birds, blown in by the wind etc.) If few and far between - removing by hand, making sure you get the roots, is the best, environmentally friendly, way of dealing with them. However for heavier infestations - the correct application of a suitable herbicide may be necessary (if you want to do this yourself --- please read the instructions on the product --- we have seen many lawns ruined by the incorrect application of weedkillers by homeowners!.)Pests
June to September is the best period to make plans to apply a treatment to guard against Chafer grub and Leather jacket (crane fly - "daddy long legs" lavae) infestations eating away your lawn - sounds dramatic but it's not something you want to experience!See lawn information for more information - or
CALL US on 0800 07575 66 to arrange for a free lawn report.
See lawn information for more information - or CALL US on 0800 07575 66 to arrange for a free lawn report.
If you think you may have a problem like this, please contact us on 0800 07575 66 to discuss how we may be able to help you.