Tips for maintaining a healthy lawn:
1. Regularly mow your lawn to keep it at an appropriate height.
2. Water your lawn deeply and infrequently rather than frequently and shallowly.
3. Aerate your lawn to improve soil compaction and promote healthy root growth.
4. Fertilize your lawn with the right nutrients at the appropriate times of year.
5. Control weeds by regularly pulling them or using herbicides as needed.
6. Keep an eye out for pests and diseases, and address any issues promptly.
7. Consider overseeding bare patches in your lawn to promote thick, lush growth.
By following these tips, you can ensure that your lawn remains healthy and vibrant throughout the year.
How to Aerate your lawn
Aerating your lawn involves creating small holes in the soil to improve air circulation, reduce compaction, and promote healthy root growth. This process can be done using aeration tools such as spike aerators or core aerators, which remove plugs of soil from the ground. Aeration should be performed annually, ideally in the spring or fall when the grass is actively growing. By aerating your lawn, you can enhance its overall health and vitality.
How to Fertilise your lawn
For your lawn to remain healthy and flourishing, it is crucial to choose the appropriate lawn fertiliser and apply it correctly. We have created a list of recommended fertilisers designed for various types of lawns and their specific nutrient needs. Click here to see instructions on selecting and applying the suitable fertiliser for your lawn.
Safety precaution: Be sure to wear the necessary safety gear, such as safety glasses, gloves, and a mask, and strictly adhere to the instructions provided for the product or equipment. Store all products in a location inaccessible to children and pets at all times.
Visit the below link to see a list of Bunnings products that will assist with fertilising
https://www.bunnings.com.au/products/garden/gardening/fertilisers
