Lawn care doesn’t need to be hard and often a less is more approach will provide you with a fantastic looking lawn! In this blog, we look at a few easy steps that will give you a great lawn that won’t require your whole weekend to achieve.
What is The Best Way to Water My Lawn?
Did you know that lawns don’t need lots and lots of water thrown at them to thrive? In most conditions, natural rainfall will take care of your lawn watering requirements and additional water is only required on an as-needed basis.
Some tell-tale signs that your lawn needs water are if it looks dry and has a curled leaf. If your lawn needs water, less frequent waterings for longer are more effective than watering your lawn more often for shorter periods. When watering, we recommend using a sprinkler that covers your area evenly for around 30 minutes. It is best to stick to morning waterings before the heat of the day and avoid afternoons to help prevent the lawn from sitting damp overnight. Watering this way will help improve the drought tolerance of your lawn, as the roots will grow deeper down into the soil base for water.
How Do I Get the Most Out of My Lawn Fertiliser?
Applying fertilisers to your lawn doesn’t have to be a complex process. If you are after a low-maintenance option that you only need to apply 2-3 times a year, a slow-release granular fertiliser like the Lawn Solutions Premium Fertiliser is ideal. This will release nutrients to your lawn over a longer period, meaning you won’t need to apply as frequently as liquid fertilisers.
Granular fertilisers are easy to apply. They require you to spread the granules out to the lawn; using a fertiliser will help make this an even simpler task. Then water in. If your area is expecting light rainfall, you can even time your fertiliser application right before rain, so you don’t need to water the granules in.
How to Mow My Lawn Correctly for Less Maintenance
Cutting your grass too short is not a shortcut to less maintenance. In fact, it can lead to increased maintenance from increased weed growth and stress. Maintain a moderate grass height, usually around 1-5 cm long, to promote healthy growth and discourage weed development. Also, avoid cutting more than one-third of the grass height in a single mowing session to prevent stress on the lawn.
Easy Ways to Help Prevent Weeds
Preventing weeds is easier than dealing with a full-blown invasion. Regularly inspect your lawn for signs of weeds and address them promptly. If you do have weeds already in your lawn, hand removal is the quickest and easiest option for removal for most lawn weed types. But if there are too many to remove by hand, it is best to use an herbicide for removal.
One of the easiest ways to help prevent weeds is to use a pre-emergent herbicide like Oxafert. In addition, lawn care practices play a significant role in weed prevention. Healthy lawns will be more resistant to weed infestations.
Choosing The Right Turf for Me
If you have yet to choose a turf type for your area, choosing the turf type for you and your home will help ensure your lawn will thrive with minimal effort. Some key aspects to consider before you install your turf are sunlight, maintenance requirements and whether your lawn will be fit for purpose.
Sir Walter DNA Certified is a great all-rounder! It has a beautiful soft broad leaf that is great with pets and kids, is low maintenance and needs a minimum of 4 hours of direct light per day to thrive.
TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda is another great turf type for Aussie backyards! Its soft fine leaf can deal with lots of wear from pets and kids, has a fast-repairing nature, and superior drought tolerance.
For more advice on choosing the best turf type for your region, your local and knowledgeable Lawn Solutions Australia member will provide you with specialist advice for your region.
