Lawn Care

Soil pH - Why it's Important to test & How it Affects Plants
Soil pH - Why it's Important to test & How it Affects Plants
Soil pH is arguably the most important factor when it comes to whether your plants thrive or not. If you get a new plant. The first thing you should do... Read more...
Coarse Grasses in lawns - How to get rid of it
Coarse Grasses in lawns - How to get rid of it
The biggest challenge with coarse grass being in the lawn is that it's very difficult to isolate from other fine-leaved grasses.   That means you can't spray any selective weed... Read more...
Best (and worst) Grass Seed Spreaders - Hand vs Push, Rotary vs Drop
Best (and worst) Grass Seed Spreaders - Hand vs Push, Rotary vs Drop
If your lawn is over 40m2, it's a good idea to invest in a grass seed spreader to make things more efficient. They come in different forms. Some are hand-held... Read more...
Cordless Strimmers - Are they worth it? Which is best for 2024?
Cordless Strimmers - Are they worth it? Which is best for 2024?
I used to have a corded strimmer but never used it for my lawn edges. I needed to find out if cordless strimmers are actually worth it.   Partly because... Read more...
Repairing Lawns - Bare Patches, Edges & General Damage
Repairing Lawns - Bare Patches, Edges & General Damage
Your lawn is repairable - trust me. When I moved into my new home, the lawn had been left, for what seemed like years. Pure, spongy moss. Bare patches everywhere.... Read more...
Nematodes UK - How, Why & When to use on leatherjackets, grubs & ants
Nematodes UK - How, Why & When to use on leatherjackets, grubs & ants
The word nematodes is used a lot in lawn care and even gardening. But there's a specific time and place when they are most effective. That's why I'm writing this... Read more...
What to do with grass clippings - reusing, disposing & dumping
What to do with grass clippings - reusing, disposing & dumping
Every time you mow your lawn you're unconscious approach to grass clippings is probably to just check them in the bin.   That's understandable but why not have a think... Read more...
My Best Advice when cutting your grass in the UK
My Best Advice when cutting your grass in the UK
Advice when cutting your grass in the UK   Follow the 1/3 Rule:   Avoid cutting more than one-third of the grass blade's length at once to prevent stress on... Read more...
When to mow the lawn after winter, seeding or overseeding
When to mow the lawn after winter, seeding or overseeding
During Winter (January/February)   I don’t usually recommend mowing during the Winter. Even though, contrary to belief, the grass is still likely to be growing very slowly.   If you’re... Read more...
94 Facts About Fescue Grass Seed
94 Facts About Fescue Grass Seed
THE SPECIES Fescue grasses are known for their fine texture, making them popular for lawns and turf. They are cool-season grasses, which means they thrive in cooler climates, including the... Read more...
How much grass seed to use per m2, not too much, not too little
How much grass seed to use per m2, not too much, not too little
A lush, vibrant lawn can be the crown jewel of any landscape, creating calmness and natural beauty to outdoor spaces. The question is - how much grass seed is the... Read more...
Choosing your… Lawn Mower, which one is best for you
Choosing your… Lawn Mower, which one is best for you
If you want to make mowing easier, you need to choose the best lawn mower for the job.   If you want stripes on the lawn, you need to choose... Read more...