Wales is currently experiencing its driest year since 1976, with a hosepipe ban set to be introduced in Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire. With sweltering temperatures, bone-dry land and disappearing reservoirs, you may be wondering about the state of your garden lawn. If we struggle in this exceptional heat, then surely our grass does, too! So how long does it take for grass to come back to life after excessive heat?

It can take up to 6 weeks for your grass to recover, with germination taking place between 2-3 weeks after a drought. This depends on many variables and treatment measures, including: the age of your lawn, the previous conditions of the lawn, and the severity of the drought.

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Summer is here! And lots of people are spending more and more time in their gardens. Our gardens are a place of relaxation, socialisation, and fun - so, of course we want them to look fresh and inviting. One way you can do this is through having lush, healthy lawn turf. If you're thinking of embarking on a lawn turfing project this summer, you might be wondering how thick should lawn turf be? Don't worry, because we have the answers for you!

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Did you know that gardens cover more space than all UK National Nature Reserves put together? This really highlights how important it is to keep your garden fresh and healthy, since they play such a vital role in supporting your local ecosystem.

If you’re looking for a way to make your lawn more ‘easy on the eye’ whilst turning it into something beneficial for pollinators, one of the best ways to achieve this is by growing flowers in your garden.

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If you’re reading this, you’re probably looking to identify whether a critter in your garden is a friend or a foe. Thankfully, while insects do have a reputation for making pests of themselves, a lot of them can actually help to keep your garden healthy.

The bugs you want to watch out for are the ones that live in your lawn and feed on your grass. This can lead to your lawn becoming discoloured and damaged, which is the last thing you want with summer fast approaching!

These pests can very easily go unnoticed because they originate, thrive and reproduce beneath the soil. Due to this, it’s important to take action as soon as you detect a lawn pest infestation. You’ll be preventing extensive damage, and your garden will thank you.

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