Lawn Care And Maintenance Tips

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• LAWN CARE AND MAINTENANCE TIPS

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LETS FERTILISE THAT LAWN!HOW TO KEEP YOUR LAWN
GREEN IN WINTER

• Maintaining your yard requires dedication, and
  with the winter chill fast approaching, most
  homeowners also tend to also chill with regard to
  their lawn duties and skip everything until
  spring comes in. Although its true that lawns
  hibernate and are less demanding during the
  cooler seasons, there are still a few tasks that
  you shouldnt skimp on if you want a winter
  wonderlawn that will save you a lot of trouble
  once the temperature gets warmer!
• Without further ado, here are seven things to add
  and tick off your winter checklist for a greener,
  healthier lawn 

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1.Feed Your Lawn

• Warm-season grasses make up the majority of lawns
  in Australia. These varieties are only
  semi-dormant in the winter and although growth
  slows down when the soil temperature drops below
  14C, they still have the capacity to absorb
  nutrients.
• Acquire specialised winter fertilisers that are
  rich in Iron to improve the leaf colour, and
  contains less Nitrogen to avoid unnecessary
  growth. Feed your lawn around May so it would be
  ready to enter the cold season and apply another
  round in July for sustenance. 
• Remember to read and follow instructions on the
  fertiliser package and apply the recommended
  amount. Doing so will ensure a bouncier lawn
  comes spring!

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2. Aerate Your Lawn
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• Australian summers can be very harsh and can jump
  from warm to very hot. The cooler temperature
  brought by fall is a real relief but may not be
  immediately so for your lawn! The dry spells can
  dehydrate and cause soil compaction underneath
  the grass that inhibits nutrient uptake and water
  penetration come the cooler seasons.
• Introduce air and allow water to penetrate your
  grass by aerating the lawn which is the process
  of making holes through the turf. It can be done
  manually with a pitchfork or a motorised
  aerator. 
• The more aeration you do before winter, the more
  verdant your lawn would be after. It also helps
  break the extra thatch and prevents fungal
  growth. If you havent had the chance to aerate
  in the warmer months, you can catch up on the
  task as long as the ground isnt frozen. It is
  recommended to aerate at least 2-3x in winter!

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3. Seed Your Lawn

• Feeding will help nourish your grass throughout
  winter but it cant do anything to the bald spots
  already on your lawn. Seeding will repair these
  bare patches and also inhibit soil erosion and
  compaction, so literally sprinkle some TLC!
• Fall is the best time to do this, but early
  winter works too. Make sure to water these areas
  so youre left with a healthy, thriving yard. 

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4. Mow Your Lawn
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• Mowing shouldnt stop just because growth slows
  down in winter, although it would definitely be
  less frequent. In areas where it snows, dont
  leave your grass long. Gradually lower the
  cutting height of your mower so you can cut your
  grass shorter without shocking it. This will
  prevent the blades from folding on itself and
  dying when the frost comes in.
• Otherwise, mow higher at least once a month and
  trim just the grass tips (not lower than 2.5cm)
  to leave a larger surface area on the blades
  which promotes photosynthesis. This will block
  out weeds and help the lawn retain its colour
  longer. However, dont let the blades grow over
  6cm or it will prevent sunlight from nourishing
  the whole grass profile. 
• Switch to catching clippings instead of mulching
  because the grass cuttings left on the lawn may
  cause fungal problems and suffocate the freshly
  trimmed blades. Also, Winter is the best time to
  service your mower.

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5 . Weed Your Lawn

• Your lawn may hibernate but the nasty weeds
  competing with your grass take no time to rest at
  all and they also tend to thrive in cold and wet
  weather! Ignoring these troublesome plants would
  allow them to crowd out your green turf and suck
  nutrients that should otherwise sustain your
  lawn. 
• Schedule a weekly weeding plan or use weed
  killers on larger areas. Make sure to spray them
  during winter, particularly bindiis, if you dont
  want to be left with a brown, weed-infested lawn
  in Spring. 

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6. Rake and Clean Up your Lawn

• Removing obstructions on your yard will help
  create your wonderlawn! Frequent raking exposes
  your turf to maximum sunlight and breaks up soil
  clumps, helping aerate the root system. Its also
  a great way to prep your lawn for seeding.
• Additionally, raking prevents uneven grass, dead
  spots, and molds since a build-up of autumn
  leaves and other debris block sunlight and weigh
  down the grass when they are soaked with water or
  buried in snow. 
• Its also a good time to trim your trees to
  prevent too much shade. Dont forget to move
  outdoor play equipment regularly or simply remove
  them to avoid killing the grass underneath!

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7. Water Your Lawn

• Since your lawn is unlikely to dry out during
  winter, water only when needed. You can tell its
  time once you start leaving footprint marks on
  the grass. The leaves will also begin to curl. 
• You can give it a good soaking early in the
  morning, while the sun is not yet out, at least
  once or twice a week if youre seeding or
  returfing. This can also remove the frost from
  the blades to avoid discolouration. Otherwise,
  twice a month can help your yard maintain its
  water reserves. 
• Overwatering the lawn leaves it vulnerable to
  fungi and diseases, and can also encourage
  compaction. Always be on the lookout!
• It may seem like a lot of work, but trust us that
  it will definitely be worth it! Winterising your
  yard will help you happily welcome Spring. Even
  better, you can leave this checklist on the hands
  of our ever-reliable lawn professionals so you
  can chill through winter and be guaranteed to
  enjoy your lush, green wonderlawn! 

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