How to revive your lawn?

Weed out problems

The best way to revive your lawn is to feed it and water it regularly. However, there are a few other things you should do first to make sure your lawn gets the nutrients it needs to thrive again. Getting rid of weeds is extremely important because you don’t want to feed them as well as your grass. You can hand-weed small lawns, but if you have something larger, then use herbicides to kill them.

De-thatch your patch

Over time, thatch may build up at the base of your lawn, which stops water and air from getting down to the roots. You should remove this spongy, dead layer of grass with a metal rake. Pull the rake through your lawn in long even strokes, pressing down firmly to remove as much thatch as possible.

Top dress to impress

Top dressing is a quick and natural way to give your lawn a surge of nutrients. Trim your lawn with a mower but adjust a bit higher to avoid cutting your grass too short and exposing the soil. Then, spread about 1cm of top dressing over the lawn, leaving the tips of the grass exposed, and level it with a rake. Autumn is the best time to top-dress your lawn.

Feed with fertiliser

Whether you use granules or liquid, a quality fertiliser will have a big impact on the health of your lawn. You’ll see a massive improvement in the growth and color of your lawn.

Give it some air

Over time, lawns can compact from regular use. Aerating the grass helps your soil to breathe, which improves nutrient absorption. Sink the prongs of an aerator or garden fork into the soil about 5cm deep and work across the whole lawn. You could also use spiked aerator sandals and walk across your lawn in rows about 15 to 20cm apart.