HOW TO GET THAT BEAUTIFUL FRESH LAWN YOU’VE ALWAYS DREAMED OF

 

A well-maintained, lush lawn is a green paradise for homeowners but may seem like a faraway dream found only in wealthy homes, and lifestyle magazines. This doesn’t have to be the case!

Lawn maintenance will always require effort. It demands time, energy and money. But the most important thing to consider isn’t really how much, rather you should be more keen with HOW and WHEN it ought to be done. So for you to see that the perfect lawn you’ve always wanted isn’t really that hard to get, here are three things you need to do right and what you should know about them.

Don’t overdo the lawn mow

We all want it neat and clean, but the most common mistake would be to “crew cut” your lawn. Scalping or mowing off more than a third of the grass’s height or leaf surface will injure the plant’s crown, which is the most important part of the grass that keeps it alive, leaving it vulnerable to weed invasion, drought, insects, and diseases.

Longer grass blades increase photosynthesis. This makes the plant healthier, deeply rooted, and more resistant to lawn problems. To get the greener lush carpet every homeowner desires, the general rule would be to let the grass grow to a minimum height of 2.5 to 3 inches (7-8 centimetres) and of course, to keep it that way.

Mow at least once a week

Don’t mow your lawn too little either!

According to Dr. John Rogers III, turf expert and Lawn Geek author, skipping a weekly mow might seem harmless but it can cause lasting damages if done repeatedly. Extended intervals between mowing’s lead to tall, shaggy lawns that when cut, create gaps between the blades where weeds can take over. Frequent trims also mean less clippings and less effort for a more aesthetic yard.

Never mow with a dull blade. This will only hurt the lawn and cause discoloration. If the grass appears shredded or frayed after cutting, it’s time to sharpen up. Vary your mowing direction every now and then to prevent the grass from bending over. This helps to keep it upright and easier to cut.

It is also important that you do not mow a wet turf. Not only is it harder and damaging to your equipment, trimming a wet lawn is an ideal way of spreading fungus and weeds!

Keep that lawn healthy

Water and nutrients are essential for beautiful fresh lawns. When it comes to grass, water only when needed, but no less often. You can tell the grass is dry and in need of refreshing once you start leaving footprints on it. Moist grass will spring back up.

Healthy lawns require 1 to 1.5 inches of water each week and it is better to do it all at once than frequent light watering. Deep watering intervals promote deeper roots that are healthier, and will help conserve resources.

The best time to rehydrate your yard would be early in the morning, before it gets hot. This ensures that moisture reaches the roots. It also allows the grass blades to dry quicker, preventing fungal growth. Remember to only apply water as fast as the ground can absorb it!

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