A gardening expert’s crucial three-day rule helps lawns get in their best shape
A gardening expert shared a crucial three-day rule to help get garden lawns in the best shape for spring(Image: EyeEm Mobile GmbH via Getty Images)
The temperature in the UK is finally on the up, making garden time much more pleasurable. You may discover that the chilly weather and damp winter have taken a toll on your lawn, and now is the ideal moment to get it ready for a splendid spring and summer.
A gardening guru has revealed an easy three-day rule to bear in mind before mowing lawns for the first time this spring, along with some of the essential tasks you should be undertaking now to rejuvenate weary-looking lawns. Clair Albone, Wickes Senior Category Manager for Gardens, said: “Though the longer days and promise of warmth are tempting, it’s important to resist the urge of cutting lawns too soon.
“Waiting until after the last frost is crucial, as cutting grass too early can harm delicate new growth and leave your lawn vulnerable to damage from unexpected cold snaps.
Aerating lawns will help improve drainage in the soil, allowing nutrients to go deeper(Image: Getty)
“Once the cold weather has passed, typically between mid-March and early April, gardeners can seize the opportunity to give their lawns some much-needed attention. However, the weather needs to be consistently dry and above 10 degrees for three days to be able to start mowing. This approach is key to unlocking the best possible results for a beautiful lawn this spring.”
If you’re gearing up to prepare your lawn for the spring and summer seasons, here’s what Clair recommends you do now.
Getting the lawn ready
Ahead of spring, give your lawn some breathing space by brushing away leaves, twigs, and debris left over from winter. This crucial step allows light and air to reach the grass and soil, sparking early growth.
If the ground isn’t frozen or waterlogged, a gentle aeration is next on the list. Aerating the lawn will enhance drainage in the ground and ensure nutrients penetrate deeply.
Giving the grass its first cut is very important(Image: Getty)
Battling moss and weeds
Damp winters create ideal conditions for moss to thrive, rapidly smothering grass and impeding growth. As temperatures climb, early intervention is key, and one expert tip for eliminating existing moss and surface weeds is scarifying.
This involves energetically raking your lawn to extract moss, thatch, and shallow-rooted weeds. Raking lawns will allow the grass to split and grow back robustly.
Final touches
Spring is the prime time to add any additional finishing touches to your gardens, as the rising temperatures will rejuvenate lawns. Clair advises exercising caution when mowing the lawn for the first time this season, as this “sets the tone” for the rest of the season.
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