As most lawns in Australia hibernate in the winter months, we often forget that it still needs care and attention despite its resting state. To ensure your lawn is lush and healthy going into spring, follow these tips throughout the cooler months.
Mow less often
During the cooler months, it is advisable to raise the mowing height to prevent damaging the grass which can result in scalping and browning. Repeated scalping, in turn, weakens the grass and leaves it vulnerable to the onslaught of diseases and weeds.
In mowing your lawn, avoid cutting the grass lower than 2.5cm. If you must, mow your lawn once every three or four weeks, depending on the type of grass on your property. Alternatively, you can mow your lawn when the length of the grass’s blades exceeds 6cm.
Aerate the soil
Towards the end of winter, the soil may have become hard and compact, which can decrease the amount of water and fertiliser reaching the grass roots. Working a garden fork through the soil to aerate it will help keep the roots happy.
Remove weeds
During winter, weeds take advantage of the lawn’s weakened state to fill every possible gap. Winter is the time for a weed killer that removes invaders without causing damage to the lawn – always make sure you read the label to ensure the chemical is suitable for your grass variety.
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