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Autumn Lawn Care Roundup

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:08:00 GMT

With the Autumn Leaves falling fast, the weather being cooler and wetter its almost time to make a final cut of the lawn with your lawn mower and put your lawn to bed for the winter. But with autumn leaves falling fast and the rains coming down we still have a few jobs to do before we can enjoy the last of autumn sun with a glass of mulled wine.

So clear those leaves, mow the lawn for the last time this year and then get it cleaned off and serviced ready for next year. Your final job in this the final lawn care round up of the year is a satisfying mug of mulled wine.

Enjoy.

September Lawn Care Roundup

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:46:00 GMT

Autumn is on its way so now is the time to asses your lawn and prepare for any repairs that are needed. It's going to be a busy month after the dry start to the summer and a last chance to get your lawn repaired before winter.

Lawn Mowing
Traditionally, as autumn comes in you'll be able to reduce the number of times you need to get the lawnmower out. With that reduction you should look to gradually raise the blade, increasing the height of the cut.

Spot Treating Weeds
Weeds can sprout up suddenly and if you are having any problems then now is a good time to get hold of weed killer and spot treat any remaining weeds.

Thatch Build Up
Thatch is the build up of grass and other plant matter between the base of the plant and the soil. It will form a matt that will feel spongy, especially in wetter weather. Thatch has the potential to cause you a couple of problems. Firstly it can promote diseases such as red thread and dollar spot. The second problem is the thatch will block light and nutrients from reaching the soil.

You can remove the thatch with a stiff lawn rake (you can get rakes designed just for this purpose) or you can use a Scarifier. The Bosch Lawn Rake offers great value for money, or if you have an Atco or Qualcast cylinder lawnmower you might be able to get a scarifying cassette to fit.

Damaged or Worn Patches
Once you have given the lawn a darn good raking you may find you have a few more bare and worn patches on the lawn. So get some feed and seed and bring your lawns bare patches a new lease of life. If it sounds like a lot of hassle you could try Miracle Grow Patch Magic or the Evergreen Lawn Repair Kit. Simple.

Repair and Trim Damaged Edges
If the edge of the lawn has blended into your border then now is the time to take a look at repairing those edges. With the wetter weather we have had the lawn will be softer and more pliable. You can gently lift the edge with a spade and shovel some new soil under to raise the edge and recreate a nice and distinct border. Trim it up and enjoy the last of the summer sun.

Hedge Cutting Season
Don't forget we're coming into Hedge Cutting Season. If you have some hedges to cut then a blade sharpen for your hedge trimmer might be a good idea. If it has stood for a while with petrol in it then the petrol may have gone stale and the oil might have separated out. Always check with your local dealer if unsure.

Relax and Enjoy
The sunshine is out as I type up this blog, so try sit back and enjoy the last of the summer sun. We'll be stuck with early nights, wind and rain in a few weeks, so make the most of it while it lasts.

Taking Care of Your Lawn in August

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:23:00 GMT

At the Buxtons Lawnmower and Arborist showroom in Staffordshire we have been lucky with more rain for the last month and our lawns have started to green back up. If you, like us, have been lucky with the weather then your grass should be growing at normal levels and will need a cut weekly, or more if the weather combines with fertilising has created a growth spurt. Remember that you should never cut more than one third of the grass length in a single cut.

Of course, this warmer, humid weather has its problems. It's ideal for pests and disease so be alert for potential problems. Also, any weed seeds that have been lying dormant on your lawn will start to germinate, so vigilance with weed control will be vital.