Dear The Turf Doctor, Living in the UK, I don’t know how to follow generic advice about watering my lawn. Is there ever a need to water our lawns apart from during periods of drought? What sort of watering routine would you recommend? Thanks, Julie Hi Julie, You’re right, generic watering advice …
Hi Turf Doctor team, I have a question about lawn mowing cut height. I usually mow my lawn once or twice a week in the summer, and sometimes (due to how quickly it’s growing) it’s shorter after a mow than others. Is there such as thing as mowing my lawn TOO short? Should I …
Got a new battery-powered mower and wondering how to start it up? In this quick article, we’re outlining the 5 steps to start a cordless lawn mower. More of a visual learner? In the video below, Brad demonstrates how to start a battery-powered mower. https://youtu.be/a1ci6XHCfj4 Table of Contents Step 1: Check That The …
If you’ve ventured into any sort of lawncare-related forum, you’ve probably come across discussions about soil testing. But why are people testing their lawn soil, and is it something you need to be concerned about? I’ll be honest from the get-go: there’s rarely an occasion when conducting a soil analysis is absolutely essential. With …
There are a LOT of different grass varieties out there, and we often get questions from our readers wanting to know which types of grass seed are best. The truth is that there are probably dozens of grass seed mixes that would work well on your lawn, but, depending on your situation, certain seed …
If you’ve recently taken a good look at your lawn and thought, “This needs MAJOR work”, this is the article for you. We get a lot of emails from people who are now deciding to take their lawn care seriously after years of turning a blind eye, or those who have moved to a …
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I’ve built up years of lawn care knowledge and wisdom over the years, and my aim has always been to put it to good use and share it with people who actually care. I’ve written this quick guide to all the essential tools I use for a perfect lawn, which is more personal and …
When it comes to maintaining a lush, green lawn in the UK, manual mowers are the eco-conscious gardener’s tool of choice. These affordable machines not only offer a peaceful, environmentally friendly mowing experience but also provide a low-impact workout. To ensure your manual mower continues to deliver the cut quality that your lawn deserves, …
If you’ve got a mulching mower, you probably try to use the mulching function as often as possible. Given that mulching your grass clippings eliminates the hassle of emptying your mower’s grass box and encourages healthier grass growth, it’s a win-win. But that’s not to say that mulching is the only feature you should …
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Give your plants some love this year with our list of the best compost to use in your garden, tried and tested in the UK by our gardening enthusiasts. 💰 Best Value Growmoor Multi-Purpose Compost 60 Litre 4.5/5 4.5/5 Brand: Growmoor Price: £ Size: 20-80 litres See price on Amazon ♻️ Best Peat-Free Miracle-Gro …
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