Spring has well and truly arrived, and as temperatures rise and your grass starts actively growing again, a little extra attention now can make a massive difference to how your lawn performs throughout summer. Whether you want the best lawn on the street, or just a lawn you can be happy with, here are five spring lawn care tips from the pros at Lawn Solutions Australia to get your lawn thriving.
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- Why is my lawn dry and hard?
- Why won’t my grass cut well?
- Should I feed my lawn?
- How can I keep weeds out of my lawn?
- Should I renovate my lawn?
Why is My Lawn Dry and Hard?
After months of winter weather and foot traffic, your soil can easily become compacted, restricting the movement of air, water and nutrients through the profile, as well as restricting the roots of the grass.
Aerating the lawn helps relieve this compaction. For small areas, you can use a garden fork or core aerator, while larger areas can be done by renting a mechanical aerator.
Why Won’t My Grass Cut Well?
Your mower plays a bigger role in lawn health than you might think! Blunt mower blades tear and shred grass rather than cutting it cleanly. This can leave your lawn looking brown and stressed, making it harder to achieve that lush, green finish.
Before the summer mowing season gets into full swing, inspect your mower blades and sharpen or replace them if necessary to give your grass a nice, clean cut.
Should I Feed My Lawn?
Spring is one of the most important times to feed your lawn. As your grass comes out of winter dormancy, it needs nutrients to support new growth, improve colour, and strengthen its root system.
Lawn Solutions Premium Fertiliser is a fantastic choice, combining fast and slow-release nutrients to provide an upfront boost while continuing to feed your lawn for 12 weeks after application.
How Can I Keep Weeds Out Of My Lawn?
When it comes to weeds, prevention is always the best course of action. As soil temperatures increase during spring, weeds like Summer Grass, Crabgrass and Crowsfoot begin germinating.
Applying OxaFert can stop these weeds before they pop up, creating a preventative barrier in the soil; however, timing is crucial. Apply before targeted weeds germinate, in Spring to get protection from those pesky seasonal summer weeds!
Should I Renovate My Lawn?
If your lawn is looking a bit tired, spongy, or uneven, spring is the perfect time for a renovation once the temperature has come up and your turf is actively growing.
Depending on your lawn’s condition, this might involve dethatching, aerating, fertilising and applying a light topdress to improve surface levels. Make sure that when you reno, you understand what your variety of grass can handle. Not all turf varieties tolerate aggressive renovation, with Buffalo and Zoysia lawns requiring a gentler approach than Couch or Kikuyu. You can learn more about performing a reno here.
Bonus Tip: Avoid Weed & Feed Products
Weed and feed products are often less effective than a dedicated fertiliser and a dedicated herbicide. Rather than using a 2-in-1 product, we recommend using a fertiliser and a herbicide like those found in our Weed & Feed Bundle, providing the best support for your lawn!
