Why your lawn's best performance next spring depends on work you do this autumn.
In short: RHS Horticulturist Stephen Oultram explains the essential maintenance tasks required during autumn to ensure grass remains healthy throughout winter. This guide provides the necessary steps to prepare your lawn for optimal growth, whether you manage a simple family space or a pristine garden.
Filmed at RHS Garden Bridgewater, this instructional video outlines the critical interventions needed to maintain lawn health. Key practices include scarifying to remove debris, aerating the soil, sowing new grass seed, and applying specialized autumn fertilizers.
These seasonal efforts are designed to protect the grass during the winter months while establishing a strong foundation for the following spring. By following these expert techniques, gardeners can improve the overall condition and appearance of their lawns.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: The secret to a perfect lawn starts in autumn | The RHS
- Also: www.rhs.org.uk — Gardening with the RHS / RHS Gardening
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