Genius hack gets brown patches on lawn to grow lush & green this summer without sneaky birds eating the grass seed
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Scattering grass seed is the only way you can boost growth in sparse patches of lawn.
However, this solution often faces a significant problem when it comes to wildlife.
Birds often feed on grass seeds, swooping into your garden to peck them from your lawn.
But don't worry, a simple trick can protect your grass seed while you wait for growth.
DIY hack
TikTok user Paynton Anderson (@payntonanderson) shared the hack with his followers.
In the videp, the patches in his dried and dying lawn were clear;y visible.
Before he began recording, the lawn expert spread grass seed across his lawn.
Paynton began scattering grass clippings across the areas where he had placed the seeds.
"Cover your grass seeds with grass cuttings to protect them from the birds," he explained.
The TikToker revealed an additional benefit to this DIY gardening trick.
'I was quoted £10,000 for a garden renovation but did it MYSELF for £1,000 using ChatGPT to show my kids what single mums can do'
"Grass cuttings hold a lot of water so [they] will make it grow faster, proper green fingers," Paynton said.
Benefits of grass cuttings
In terms of protecting your grass seed from being eaten, this hack proves to be effective.
Since birds rely heavily on their eyesight when sourcing food, simply shielding your grass seed should be enough to save it.
Meanwhile, leaving the clippings has also been proven to help boost grass growth.
This process is referred to as "grasscycling" and helps provide a natural fertiliser for your lawn, releasing nutrients back into the soil.
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
More gardening hacks
An everyday £3 household item also helps to fertilise your flowerbeds this summer.
Another budget buy will leave your lawn looking healthier than ever in a matter of days.
And another hack helps to fertilise your soil this summer season.
Plus, a B&Q gadget that will elevate your lawn for just £8.50.
A 30p food item can also help to keep your garden nourished this summer.
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