When it comes to grass, there a lot of things that could be affecting the colour; the conditions are too dry, too wet, to much sun, not enough sun, so on and so forth. With so many potential variables, it can make it pretty difficult sometimes to know exactly why your grass is looking a little yellow, or what you should be doing to help it recover.
Read on to see some of the most common causes for grass discolouration, followed by some tips and suggestions as to what you can do to keep your grass looking as green and vibrant as possible!
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Spring has finally sprung (well, almost) so as the days start getting longer and the weather starts getting milder, we can spend more time out in our gardens.
As we step into a new season and the weather begins to change, so do the needs of our gardens. This all begs the question: how exactly do you care for your lawn in the spring?
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Laying a new lawn in your garden can be quite a challenge, especially if there's already an old, dying lawn in place. We get a lot of people asking the question "can I lay a new lawn over an old one?" because they know this is the easiest option. However, if you want to give your new lawn the best chance of thriving in your garden, we recommend that you remove the old lawn first. While it is possible to lay a new lawn over an old one, it won't thrive and might not even survive! Here's why...
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Leatherjackets are a common lawn pest that can quickly ravish a healthy lawn, but did you know they prefer young new lawns over old ones? That's right, leatherjackets are commonly found infesting the lawns of new build properties where the lawn has only recently been laid. You might also find them in young turf or lawns that have recently been overseeded.
But why do leatherjackets prefer new lawns? Well, the answer is - they're fussy eaters! They have a very specific taste for young lawns because young lawns have sweet, tender roots. The roots of older lawns are bitter, tougher and harder to chew through.
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If you're proud of your lawn and keen to keep it looking its best, you should take steps to prevent lawn fungus. While it's true that the occasional toadstool can indicate healthy soil that's rich with cultures, a widespread lawn fungus problem can be damaging and unsightly. Today we're going to show you a few things you can do to prevent lawn fungus in your garden.
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