Common Lawn Care Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Maintaining a healthy lawn can be challenging, and many gardeners make common mistakes. Here’s how to avoid them and ensure your lawn remains in top condition:

Overwatering:

• Mistake: Watering too frequently can lead to shallow root systems and increased susceptibility to disease.
• Solution: Water deeply and less often. Allow the soil to dry out between watering sessions. Early morning is the best time to water.

Improper Mowing:

• Mistake: Cutting the grass too short can weaken it and lead to weed problems.
• Solution: Mow at the recommended height for your grass type. Avoid cutting more than one-third of the grass height at a time.

Using Too Much Fertiliser:

• Mistake: Over-fertilising can cause nutrient runoff and harm the environment.
• Solution: Follow the fertiliser application rates and schedules provided with our products. Apply only as needed. And use a spreader! Never use your hands (it will burn your lawn or create uneven growth). Check out our spreader.

Ignoring Soil Health:

• Mistake: Neglecting soil health can lead to poor lawn growth and increased weed problems.
• Solution: Regularly test your soil and amend it as needed. Use our soil conditioners and organic matter to improve soil structure.

Failure to Control Pests and Diseases:

• Mistake: Ignoring signs of pests or diseases can lead to significant damage.
• Solution: Monitor your lawn regularly for signs of trouble. Use our insecticides as needed and you should be fine.

Avoiding these common mistakes and using our expert-tested products will help you maintain a healthy, beautiful lawn with less effort and greater success.