04/02/2024
Preparing your lawn in February for the upcoming spring is a proactive way to ensure a healthy, lush garden. Here are a few lawn preparations you can undertake:
Garden Clean-up: Clear your lawn of any debris, leaves, and sticks that have accumulated over the winter months. This helps to prevent mould and disease from developing under the debris and allows sunlight to reach the grass blades.
Aeration:If your lawn suffers from soil compaction or thatch build-up, aerating can be beneficial. Aeration involves making small holes in the soil to allow air, water, and nutrients to pe*****te the grass roots. This helps the roots grow deeply and produce a stronger, more vigorous lawn.
Seeding: If your lawn is thin or patchy, overseeding can introduce new grass to fill in the gaps. Choose a grass seed that matches the existing lawn and is suitable for your climate.
Fertilising: Depending on your grass type and climate, early spring can be the right time to apply a light application of fertiliser to give your lawn a boost of nutrients as it begins to grow. However, timing is crucial; fertilising too early can harm your lawn. It's best to wait until your lawn has begun to actively grow. In some regions, it may be more appropriate to wait until late spring after the first few mowings.
Start mowing when your grass begins to grow actively. This typically happens in early to mid-spring as the weather warms up. Grass should be at least 2-3 inches tall before you mow for the first time in the season.
When you do start mowing, don’t cut the grass too short. For the first mow of the season, stick to the upper end of the recommended height range for your grass type. Removing more than one-third of the grass blade at a time can stress the grass.
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