I’m a gardening expert – here’s the exact length you need to mow your grass to now so it’s lush for spring
I’m a gardening expert – here’s the exact length you need to mow your grass to now so it’s lush for spring
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AS the frost thaws and days grow longer, it’s time to swap your woolly mitts for gardening gloves and give your outdoor space some much-needed TLC. Whether it’s clearing winter debris or preparing your soil for new blooms, a little effort now will help your garden flourish all season long.
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To help keen gardeners get a head start, Tom Clamp, head of technical at Doff Portland – manufacturer of premium garden care products – has shared his expert advice on how to revive your garden and get it spring-ready. Tom says that spring is the perfect time to "breathe life back into your lawn".
But ahead of that, there are three key steps you should be taking to prepare your grassy area. The gardening pro says people should rake and aerate their lawns over the next couple of months to remove debris and improve soil ventilation. Now is also the perfect time to overseed bare batches using a quality grass seed mix.
Finally, gardening fans should be fertilising and mowing their lawns regularly to encourage lush growth. And the perfect length for your grass in the garden? Tom recommends a height of 3-5cm. He adds: “Remember to avoid walking on waterlogged grass, as this can compact the soil and damage the roots.”.
Away from the lawn, there are other areas of the garden people can get a head start on before spring. Prune seasonal shrubs and trees that flowered last summer, shape evergreen shrubs and make sure you check for any frost damage. “Look for cracked bark or discoloured leaves,” Tom says.
