If your garden looks slightly worse for wear after the winter, you’re not alone. The harsh weather and strong winds can wreak havoc on our outdoor spaces, especially where the lawn is concerned.
You’ll likely want the grass to look as good as possible before the summery weather finally arrives. However, experts have warned anyone about fixing their lawns, as it might not be the ideal time to do it. That’s according to Lawn Weed Expert, who says it could be worth holding off before you make any drastic changes.
Now is a good time to check out the damage. Depending on how much of your garden is shaded from the sun, your lawn may have been sitting damp and dark for months.
This can cause waterlogging and moss; the lack of sunlight can also mean dead grass and a patchy lawn.
However, though it can be tempting to start treating it, it’s best to wait until later in the spring to take any action.
This is because, in March, it’s common to experience ‘false spring’ – a period of warmer weather followed by a sudden cold snap.
False springs can be more harmful than they sound because they “trick” plants into thinking that spring has fully arrived, and they bloom before it’s safe.
Then come the cold temperatures again, which can seriously damage young plants. This weekend, the UK basked in temperatures peaking at 20C, but things are set to get colder again next week – the perfect example of a false spring.
But if you’re really eager to do some work on your lawn, one task you can carry out is raking. Your lawn could potentially be filled with debris like dead leaves and twigs, especially after the stormy weather of recent weeks.
However, having organic matter sitting on your lawn, especially if it’s damp, can have detrimental effects on the health of your lawn.
This can cause fungus and moss to appear, so it’s best to act quickly and clear it away so that your lawn can breathe.