Monty Don has shared April jobs that will help your garden look amazing this spring
Sophie Buchan Money and Lifestyle Writer
03:14, 29 Mar 2026
Monty made his Chelsea Flower Show debut in 2025(Image: BBC)
Monty Don has said that there are several things people need to focus on this April to keep their garden looking good. The gardening expert has said that the main things people need to focus on are getting things under control and to ‘resist the temptation’ when it comes to grass.
In a warning posted to his April 2024 Monty Don blog, he said during April, you should mow less where possible, as long grass supports more wildlife and can look just as beautiful. He also urged people to keep some short grass for play, relaxing, and practical use.
Talking about a common mistake, the Gardeners’ World host explained: “Whatever your grass-cutting inclinations, resist the temptation to scalp your grass down to its midsummer height. Set the blades high and just trim the grass for the first few weeks as much to even it out as to reduce it.
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“Then, as the weather gets warmer and the grass starts to grow more strongly, gradually reduce the height over a few weeks but always keeping it slightly on the long side. This will result in a much healthier, greener sward.”
In his other tips, he suggests:
Limit mowing to key areas (e.g. paths or small patches)Don’t cut grass too short early in the seasonStart with a higher blade setting and trim lightly at firstGradually lower the height as growth increases, but keep it slightly longThis helps grass stay healthier and greenerCompost grass clippings and mix them with dry materials (like straw or cardboard) to avoid soggy compost
Next month, you will also need to weed, plant perennials, mulch, and sow seeds. But you should keep it simple, he warns, as there’s still time. So if you’ve missed earlier tasks, do them now or wait until next winter.
Can I mow my grass in March?
You can mow in March, but keep it light and don’t cut too short. In his March 2024 Monty Don blog, he says that light trimming helps roots grow stronger and improves drought resistance.
But in March, focus on healthy grass, not “problems” like weeds, moss, or pests. In fact, healthy grass usually keeps these issues under control.
Monty Don is a much-loved gardening expert(Image: Getty)
The gardening guru notes that healthy grass needs well-drained soil, and that if you see moss, it often indicates poor drainage and too much shade.
His other March tips include:
Aerate the lawn once a year: Push a fork into the ground every 6 inches Wiggle it to loosen compacted soilImprove drainage and nutrients: Use a mix of topsoil, sand, and compost (or just sand if needed) Spread it over the lawn and brush into the holesRake the lawn with a wire rake: Removes moss and thatch Let light and water reach the rootsCompost the debris, then mow. Your grass may look patchy briefly, but it will regrow thicker
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