So, you’ve changed your money, your passport is safely packed, and the dog is already raising hell at your sister’s house – everything is ready for your holiday!

Everything, that is, except your garden.

Often overshadowed by getaway fever, the back garden tends to be quite a long way down the list of priorities when holiday time rolls around. Naturally, the excitement of the trip takes over and the state of your lawn typically falls off the radar, overlooked in favour of packing and pre-journey anticipation.

That being said, for those with green fingers, gardens are a big deal and seeing all your hard work undone by a week in the sun can be heartbreaking.

Luckily, that doesn’t have to be the case! In this blog, we take a look at some top tips for looking after your garden while you're away on holiday.

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Much like a growing child, a Christmas turkey or a prize marrow at the county fayre, success in the garden can often come down to a solid feeding regime  - particularly when it comes to growing a luscious lawn.

A nutritious diet is key to healthy growth for virtually all living organisms, and that includes the grass in your back garden. Neglecting to feed your lawn is a good way to turn the grass brown.

Don't force your lawn into a horticultural Hunger Games - keep it looking good with these lawn feeding tips from the pros here at Lawn & Weed Expert.

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Your Lawn Maintenance Schedule

The best way to keep your lawn looking gorgeous all year round is to follow a lawn care schedule. We created this lawn maintenance schedule with help from our specialist lawn care team. Feel free to share it with your friends or print it off and stick it on your fridge!

Spring – February to May

• Mow

Mow your grass periodically throughout spring to stop it growing wild!

• Overseed

Plant more seeds than usual to improve the thickness of your lawn.

• Top Dress

Add soul mixes to the surface of your lawn to improve soil quality.

• Aerate

Puncture the soil to alleviate drainage issues, reduce compaction & improve filtration of nutrients.

• Deal with Pests

Pests are most prevalent this time of year, avoid infestation by eradicating them early.

• Scarify

Remove moss and thatch from your lawn.

• Treat Weeds

Apply herbicides to prevent your weeds from growing.

Need some assistance with your spring lawn care? Contact us now!

Summer – May to August

• Mow

Mow your lawn throughout summer, it will still be growing rapidly!

• Water

If summer is particularly hot, keep your lawn hydrated with a good amount of water twice per week.

• Deal with Pests

Ants often build their nests in summer. Sweep them away or pour hot soapy water over the area.

Is your lawn not looking as healthy as it should this summer? We can help.

Autumn – August to November

• Mow

Mow your grass in Autumn, it may be the last proper dry spell until spring!

• Overseed

Plant more seeds than usual to improve the thickness of your lawn.

• Aerate

We often experience rain in autumn, aerate your lawn to ventilate it and stop compaction.

• Moss Control

Moss thrives in damp conditions, be sure to treat & remove it before it spreads.

• Disease Protection

Diseases also thrive in damp (sometimes warm) autumn months. Check for fungus or unusual dry/yellow patches. Speak to a professional to treat your grass diseases properly.

Contact us if you need any help keeping your lawn healthy this Autumn!

Winter – November to February

• Clear

As the leaves fall from the trees, they can smother your lawn. Use a rake to clear them away.

• Aerate

Puncture the soil if you notice there is water is building upon the surface of your lawn.

• Fertilize

Use a specially formulated winter lawn feed to keep your lawn healthy in the harsh conditions.

If your lawn is suffering this winter, speak to our specialists!

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A nightmare scenario for lawn lovers nationwide, the sight of brown, patchy grass can leave an instant eye-sore and insight an immediate pain in the butt.

Brown patches in your garden are a tell-tale sign of dead or dying grass. Light a candle, sing a hymn and hold a minute silence – it’s as good as done for.

Or is it?

Pull on your scrubs, grab a de-fib and prepare to play Garden God as we discover just how to revive a dead lawn.

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To get the best results from your garden turf, we recommend laying it in early to mid-autumn.

While turf lawns tend to be more expensive than a naturally-grown seed lawn, the instant transformation can be worth every penny. For the impatient gardener, there's no contest - it's lawn over seed every time.

Revamping your garden can be an exciting prospect, so let's not waste any time mucking around in the dirt! Grab a set of gardening gloves, dust off your finest fork and let's jump straight into the best time to lay turf.

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