Lawn Care

Best (& Worst) Lawn Sprinklers - My Experience
Best (& Worst) Lawn Sprinklers - My Experience
If you’ve ever seeded a lawn — whether from scratch or as an overseed — you know the first few weeks are absolutely critical. The seed needs consistent moisture to... Read more...
What disease does my lawn have? A List in order of popularity in the UK
What disease does my lawn have? A List in order of popularity in the UK
I've created this table in order of ranking regards the prevalence of these diseases in the UK. These lawn diseases are particularly common in lawns with ryegrass and fescue. Some... Read more...
How to Lay Turf
How to Lay Turf
As someone with a good few years with years of experience cultivating beautiful, lush lawns from seed, I understand the satisfaction of nurturing grass seed from scratch.   Yet, there’s... Read more...
Lawn Maintenance in Spring to Autumn - Costs Compared to Doing it yourself
Lawn Maintenance in Spring to Autumn - Costs Compared to Doing it yourself
Paying a lawn maintenance company is, of course, easier than doing it yourself. However with living costs always on the up and prices increasing, it might be time to start... Read more...
Necrotic Ring Spots vs Fairy Rings - What's the difference?
Necrotic Ring Spots vs Fairy Rings - What's the difference?
Necrotic Ring Spot (NRS) is a common turfgrass disease that primarily affects lawns, particularly in temperate regions. Characterised by distinct circular patches of dead or dying grass, it can be... Read more...
High Nitrogen Fertiliser - Quick vs Slow Release
High Nitrogen Fertiliser - Quick vs Slow Release
Maintaining a lush, green lawn requires a careful balance of nutrients, with nitrogen being a key component. High nitrogen fertilisers are particularly effective in promoting vigorous growth and vibrant colour.... Read more...
Mulching grass : How beneficial is it really & What’s the best way
Mulching grass : How beneficial is it really & What’s the best way
I’ll be honest I only started leaving all the grass clippings on the lawn recently. That’s because I always felt it left a lot of mess on the grass and... Read more...
How long does grass seed last when stored & How to increase shelf-life?
How long does grass seed last when stored & How to increase shelf-life?
If you buy grass seed, you might be wondering whether it's best to buy a little more than you need so you can use it in the future. You might... Read more...
Lawn Rust - What causes it & Why - Not what you think
Lawn Rust - What causes it & Why - Not what you think
Lawn Rust isn't the most common of diseases on grass. However, it can look unsightly if it appears on your lawn.   So, in this article I'm explaining when you... Read more...
Verticutting the lawn - Should you and if so Why & How?
Verticutting the lawn - Should you and if so Why & How?
Scarifying is a word that's branded around way more than verticutting in the lawn care community. So, you might be wondering what verticutting is, whether it's worth doing and what... Read more...
How to improve Drainage in your lawn
How to improve Drainage in your lawn
Good drainage is one of the most important parts of having a great piece of grass. Especially if you want it to look great after a long, cold, dark, wet... Read more...
How to choose Your Cylinder Mower - Are they good?
How to choose Your Cylinder Mower - Are they good?
For years, I thought a cylinder mowers was just for older people who hadn't moved with the times. That was until I realised how much of a better cut they... Read more...