If you're wondering why your grass isn't looking as green or hasn’t been growing as well recently, you might have lawn thatch. This can be a big problem if left untreated. Fortunately, there are things you can do to remove it and get your grass back to optimal health. Keep reading to find out more about lawn thatch and how to get rid of it.
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Here at Lawn & Weed Expert we often get asked “when is the best time of year to scarify my lawn?”, and we’re here to answer that question once and for all!
Autumn is by far the best time of year to scarify your lawn.
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It may seem strange to be thinking about drought in a month that has seen heavy rain and floods, but looking after your lawn is all about preparation and planning ahead.
We cannot ignore that there has been a significant shift in our weather. We now experience extreme weather conditions throughout the year, from nights of high winds to extended periods of both dry and wet weather that shatter all previous records.
Weather has a huge impact on the health and appearance of your lawn. We all saw the effects of prolonged periods of dry weather last summer - but long periods of mild, wet weather can be problematic too, creating ideal conditions for moss and leatherjackets to take over our lawns.
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If you're trying to care for your lawn in the best way possible, then it's important you know the difference between scarifying, raking and dethatching. Each of these processes contributes to overall lawn health, but it's important you do them at the right time and for the right reasons.
Raking your lawn can help remove surface debris while dethatching and scarifying will tackle the thick mats of thatch that will eventually suffocate your lawn and prevent it from absorbing nutrients. In this blog, we'll show you how and when you should use each process.
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