The Ultimate Guide to Summer Lawn Care

Watering your lawn

Summer is the most important time of year for watering. Water your lawn early in the morning or evening to avoid evaporation. Your lawn typically will need 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week which can be from rainfall or irrigation. If you wish to monitor this, consider investing in a rain gauge. It is important to remember that overwatering can be just as harmful as underwatering. Adjust your routine based on the temperature and rainfall.

Mowing technique

Mowing height in summer is crucial. Keep grass taller, around 3 inches, to reduce evaporation, enhance root depth and shade the soil. Mow regularly but never remove more than one-third of the blade length at a time. Consider leaving a patch of your grass untouched to create a home for beneficial wildlife.

Feeding your lawn

A feed is important for your lawn to improve the colour and increase the volume of blades. A seaweed feed such as Envii Seafeed Xtra is a particularly beneficial feed for your lawn as it is nitrogen-rich and aids in plant resilience. During extreme heat, reduce feeding to a half dose so as to not put your lawn under any more stress. A lush, healthy lawn will outcompete any unwanted plants from growing.

Alternatively, use a lawn biostimulant and fertiliser such as Greenkeeper’s Secret. Envii Greenkeeper’s Secret not only increases the health, strength and appearance of your lawn but also acts as a stress support system to reduce the damage done by extreme weather.

Managing Pests and Diseases

Brown patches, wilting and discolouration can signal there is a problem with your lawn. These symptoms often indicate the presence of pests like grubs or chinch bugs. Alternatively, it could be a disease such as brown patch. Early detection is important in order to quickly resolve this. Regular monitoring helps in spotting any unusual changes in your lawn’s appearance. Once identified, appropriate treatments, like eco-friendly pesticides or fungicides, can be applied. A healthy lawn significantly reduces the risk of pest and disease infestation.

Bare Patches Caused By Dog Urine

If you have a pup, chances are you have noticed bare patches in your lawn. The reason for this is because of the high nitrogen levels found in pet urine. Neuturine is your first line of defence, preventing damage before it starts.  But for those times when you find a patch too late, a different product is needed. Patch Repair is a three-in-one treatment that reseeds, feeds and neutralises bare patches caused by dog urine.

Aerating and Dethatching

Aerating helps relieve soil compaction, allowing roots to breathe. A simple way to do this is using a soil fertility activator such as Envii Activelawn, a throw-and-go solution, which encourages earthworms and increases aeration and drainage in lawns. Dethatching removes accumulated organic matter that can smother grass. These two jobs are best to do during autumn, however, it can be beneficial in summer if your lawn is particularly compacted or thatched.

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