
Expert reveals the smallest change to your garden routine that will prevent bald lawn patches and pesky weeds this summer
With temperatures warming up as we head into the weekend, many of us are likely making plans to spend time relaxing in the
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An expert has revealed how to keep weeds and bald patches at bay this summer
However, after a long winter of neglect, our
And for those looking to spruce up their brown looking lawns, Home Bargains has the perfect budget buy.
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"This lawn seed features fast-germinating seeds to provide you with a flawless lawn in no time.
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'People don't realise that grass gets stressed just like any plant,' she said.
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Many gardeners make the common mistake of mowing their grass in the midday heat, without realising the harm this can do to the grass.
'If you mow it at the wrong time, you're basically wounding the lawn when it's least able to recover.'
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The expert revealed that in spring the best time to mow your lawn is between 9 am and 11 am.
'Mowing during late morning means you're not clogging your mower with wet clippings or baking the lawn in midday heat,' she said.
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Ivana explained that one of the worst times to mow your grass is before 8 am as grass is still wet from morning dew, which leads to "uneven trimming".
She added that between 2 pm and 4 pm is also not a good time to cut the grass, as this is the hottest part of the day, "which is bad news for moisture retention and overall lawn health."
The expert added: "You're slicing into already-dry blades under a blazing sun.
'That kind of trauma leaves your grass vulnerable to pests, yellowing, and fungal infections.'
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During the summer time, the expert revealed that the best time to mow is between 6 am and 8 am, as this allows you to avoid the heat.
Ivana said that cutting your lawn at the wrong time could lead to fungal diseases, uneven growth and increased weed risk.
How to stop yellow patches on your lawn
STEVEN Bell, Managing Director of Paving Shopper, shared his insights on the true causes of lawn discoloration and how to maintain a lush, green lawn…
1) Sharpen mower blades
2) Prevent fungal disease with nitrogen fertiliser
3) Mow frequently
4) Aerate lawn with a fork

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