With the UK summer heat coming and going, it can be hard to predict the weather. This can cause a problem when deciding when you'd like to water your lawn. For instance, is it hydrated enough from the occasional bouts of British rain? Or does it need some extra water to recover from the sudden dry spells?
All of these questions are extremely common from avid gardeners. After all, we all want to do the best for our lawns and keep them as healthy as possible. One of the most common questions we're asked is: should I water my lawn every day in summer? Well, we're here to give you the answer!
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There's a huge push for homeowners to make eco-friendly decisions as we move into 2023. A lot of us are facing a hike in energy and food prices, and looking for ways to reduce, reuse and recycle. We're sure that many of you have been saving food scraps and putting them into compost for years now, it's a great way to make use of every last bit of food & it's beneficial for the plants. But should you be going one step further and using grey water on your lawn and garden? Today we're going to look at the pros and cons of using grey water on your lawn, so you can decide whether it's something you'd like to start doing.
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During the warm spring and summer months, it's absolutely vital that you keep your lawn hydrated by watering it regularly. If you're new to gardening, or you're looking to improve your lawn care, you might be wondering what the best time of day to water your lawn is. More...
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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Grass doesn't need to be watered as much as other plants. It enters a state of inactivity when moisture reaches a critical level, then resumes growth once it receives water again.
There are several other sound reasons for choosing not to water your grass, including when costs are high, when reservoirs are not being adequately replenished or when watering may do more harm than good. More...
