After enduring the harsh, wet and cold winter weather, lawns are likely to appear worn out with yellow and brown patches, and uneven grass growth.
It’s quite common for severe weather conditions to leave your lawn with bare and brown spots, necessitating some post-winter repair work.
The gardening gurus at Moowy have shed light on why lawns suffer damage during the winter months, explaining that it’s due to the significant decrease in sunlight exposure.
They explained: “When buildings, trees, and hedges restrict sunlight, shaded areas remain damp for months at a time.
“As a result, the individual grass plants begin to die off, causing bald patches that considerably thin out your lawn.”
The experts have assured that reviving your “thin and patchy” lawn is achievable in just five simple steps, ensuring it looks lush and healthy come springtime.
Firstly, clear away leaves, branches, and any moss – a fertiliser containing iron is highly effective for this task.
Next, aerate the turf by combing or scarifying the grass. If you’re keen on a DIY approach to aeration, a sturdy garden fork will do the trick.
Simply insert the fork into the lawn and wriggle it back and forth. Then, it’s time to sow new grass to fill in the gaps and keep weeds at bay.
Following this, apply a fertiliser – ideally one specifically designed for spring use, as these tend to have a higher nitrogen content.
Lastly, ensure the lawn seed remains moist and you should see new grass sprouting within 10 days.
Gardening experts have emphasised that the “optimal time for sowing seed” hinges on the specific conditions within your garden.
Should your lawn be predominantly shaded, resulting in cooler soil temperatures, it’s advised to hold off on early sowing.
The specialists recommend: “Wait until the ground has reached at least 10 degrees before you start sowing.”
