We were recently called out to repair a lawn in Wenvoe, Vale of Glamorgan. The owner had attempted to scarify their own lawn, but the results were less than satisfactory - when we arrived, the grass was bare, patchy, and in need of a thorough makeover.
The lawn in Wenvoe before (left) and after (right) treatment by Lawn & Weed Expert
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It's nice to have an outdoor space to call your own. Even a relatively small garden can be a source of much pride and enjoyment!
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If you want to keep your lawn in immaculate condition all year round, you'll need to keep an eye out for weeds. As we've discussed previously on this blog, the definition of 'weeds' is somewhat subjective, but essentially, any plant that's growing where it isn't supposed to may be considered a weed.
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SHORT ANSWER: Mature lawns generally do not need to be watered during the autumn months. Newly-laid turf must be watered regularly.
Grass is a very resilient plant. A hot, dry summer may leave your lawn looking rather the worse for wear - patches of yellow or brown grass are a common sight by the end of August - but it should recover quickly once the autumn rains arrive.
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Red thread is a fungal lawn disease that frequently affects UK lawns. It is especially prevalent in late summer and autumn, when humidity levels are high.
If you've spotted those telltale red threads amongst the grass in your garden, don't panic - this disease can be fought! An application of fungicide should do the trick, although it may take a few weeks for your lawn to fully recover.
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