Seasonal Notes
Autumn was again largely kind to our lawns with mild temperatures keeping the grass (and weeds)m growing but also maintaining high disease pressure due to the absence of frosts.
As temperatures finally drop and growth slows now is not a good time to apply feeds that encourage top growth so avoid nitrogen based feeds, iron and / or seaweed applications will help maintain colour and health. Weed control may still work but its effect will be slow and the grass growth probably insufficient to back fill any gaps created so best to either hand weed or wait till spring.
Leaves, Debris and Garden Furniture
If left, leaves & debris will shade out the grass and over time can kill areas of the lawn completely, remove them on a regular basis.
Leaves can make good compost or act as a winter mulch for some beds.
Winter days are shorter and the sun lower so removing any Furniture from the lawn helps maximise the amount of light that reaches the grass plant.
Waterlogged Soil
Lawns on a heavy soil can be waterlogged in winter and if yours is one of them try to keep foot traffic to a minimum if the soil is very wet.
A Waterlogged soil means the grass plant roots can be deprived of the air it needs to function and that can lead to it pulling back and thinning which also happens with some grasses due to the reduced sunlight, sometimes what you will sea is thinner and taller grass growth as the plant tries to find light, the lawn will usually thicken back up with spring warmth and increased sunlight.
MOSS
Moss loves the winter. Mosses thrive in damp, shady conditions.
We apply moss control during the winter treatment, moss may need raking or scarification to remove it.
Winter Mowing
Winter on the South Coast can be mild and as the growth of grass depends on the temperature you will find your lawn will often continue to grow.
If conditions allow don't be afraid to run a mower over the lawn during the winter. Keep the mower blades high and pick a dry afternoon. Mowing during the winter will also help to keep debris off the grass, helping it to see as much sunlight as possible.
Fungal Disease
As grass gets less sunlight it becomes more vulnerable to disease so keep an eye out for unexpected changes in the lawn and get in touch for advice.
Frost
It's best to stay of a hard frosted lawn.
Autumn was again largely kind to our lawns with mild temperatures keeping the grass (and weeds)m growing but also maintaining high disease pressure due to the absence of frosts.
As temperatures finally drop and growth slows now is not a good time to apply feeds that encourage top growth so avoid nitrogen based feeds, iron and / or seaweed applications will help maintain colour and health. Weed control may still work but its effect will be slow and the grass growth probably insufficient to back fill any gaps created so best to either hand weed or wait till spring.
Leaves, Debris and Garden Furniture
If left, leaves & debris will shade out the grass and over time can kill areas of the lawn completely, remove them on a regular basis.
Leaves can make good compost or act as a winter mulch for some beds.
Winter days are shorter and the sun lower so removing any Furniture from the lawn helps maximise the amount of light that reaches the grass plant.
Waterlogged Soil
Lawns on a heavy soil can be waterlogged in winter and if yours is one of them try to keep foot traffic to a minimum if the soil is very wet.
A Waterlogged soil means the grass plant roots can be deprived of the air it needs to function and that can lead to it pulling back and thinning which also happens with some grasses due to the reduced sunlight, sometimes what you will sea is thinner and taller grass growth as the plant tries to find light, the lawn will usually thicken back up with spring warmth and increased sunlight.
MOSS
Moss loves the winter. Mosses thrive in damp, shady conditions.
We apply moss control during the winter treatment, moss may need raking or scarification to remove it.
Winter Mowing
Winter on the South Coast can be mild and as the growth of grass depends on the temperature you will find your lawn will often continue to grow.
If conditions allow don't be afraid to run a mower over the lawn during the winter. Keep the mower blades high and pick a dry afternoon. Mowing during the winter will also help to keep debris off the grass, helping it to see as much sunlight as possible.
Fungal Disease
As grass gets less sunlight it becomes more vulnerable to disease so keep an eye out for unexpected changes in the lawn and get in touch for advice.
Frost
It's best to stay of a hard frosted lawn.