December lawn tips from The Lawn Association
December lawn tips from The Lawn Association: It’s hard to believe that we are only three weeks away from Christmas. After a wet and quite warm autumn, the weather seems to be chilling and feeling more as it should do as we prepare for the festive season. But that doesn’t mean we should stop thinking about our lawns!
The experts from The Lawn Association have plenty of tips for keeping your winter sea of green in tip-top condition, and ready for any visits from Father Christmas this December!
Sustainable lawn care is all about harmonising with the natural cycles, which means this should be a year-round commitment. So, with that in mind, the tips below will help your lawn over the winter period and prepare it for future seasons too!
Preventing the encroachment of the disease Grinch
Regularly clearing your lawn of leaves, twigs, and other debris is essential in preventing disease from taking root. This is not just a one-time task, try making it part of your routine to go outside and gather any organic material that has fallen onto your grass.
Still Time to Mow…Ho…Ho
Additionally, continue to mow if conditions allow. A light trim with the mower blade set high is all you need. This practice not only keeps your grass healthy by avoiding wet, overgrown foliage that breeds disease but also ensures a beautiful lawn to admire while enjoying your Christmas dinner!
Seasonal Soil Care
Hollow tine aeration is a highly effective method for enhancing your lawn’s health and it is the easiest and most rewarding option for maintaining a beautiful domestic lawn. Don’t hesitate to give your lawn this Christmas gift to keep it vibrant and healthy.
Service And Repairs from STIGA
December is a great time of year to get your mower blades and other garden tools sharpened. It is also a good idea to check if you need any other batteries, accessories or spare parts for your garden products leading up to the spring season. These can all be found on the STIGA website, as can the dealers who will be able to service your mower or tools.
Keep Off the Naughty List Next Year
How? By starting to plan ahead in December for the year ahead. Look back on your lawn program and determine what has worked and what hasn’t, and make some notes on what you need to do to improve things next year. You’ll find this a great motivation during the next two months as you wait patiently for spring to return. The Lawn Association have launched a new Record Keeping Manual to help you along the way!
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