THERE’S nothing like looking out onto a freshly cut bright green lawn on a sunny day.
But you don’t need to pay a fortune to get a to have your lawn looking fresh like Stadium.
As it all comes down to how you maintain it, and sometimes that’s just a bit of tender, loving care.
Although some might find it a challenge, experts believe that once you’ve got the knack of it, there’s no going back.
As we now start to hit the other side of May and approach the months, many of those with gardens may start to notice their lawn might be drying up as the rain becomes less frequent.
Which is why experts believe that it is crucial that fans focus on their lawn, and feed it with the essential nutrients it needs.
This includes nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus to encourage robust growth before the summer months, but there’s a DIY one that doesn’t sound so complicated.
With the arrival of summer comes higher temperatures and potential droughts.
Andrew Huber, a gardening and lawncare expert from The Lawn Squad, believes a well-nourished lawn is the perfect concoction that will be able to help you to achieve a “lush, deep green lawn.”;;
He explained that fertiliser isn’t just about growing your grass, but it is about nurturing it.
Andrew also explained that by doing so, it can also become its “own defence against pests, diseases and environmental stresses”;;.
And one of the best, cheapest and environmentally friendly ways is to use kitchen scraps and food waste.
Andrew recommended “turning kitchen scraps and yard waste into composted material”;; which can be both eco-friendly and great for your lawn.
He also added that coffee isn’t just great for a morning essential, as “it’s also great”;; for a bright green lawn.
Andrew explained that nitrogen-rich coffee grounds can be sprinkled on the lawn or mixed with water – about half a pound of coffee grounds to five gallons of water – to create the formula.
But going back to kitchen leftovers, Andrew mentioned that most will do the trick as well as a well-watered lawn.
To ensure the nutrients can do their magic, the gardening professional suggests cutting your grass a few days before adding the fertiliser.
Then soak your lawn with the nutrients, but be sure to check the as you don’t want a washout.
Then spritz the grass with a light watering – Andrew recommends a backpack sprayer.
But don’t just leave it there; be sure to carry out frequent checks and continue to add when necessary.
