Anyone who's ever consulted a lawn care calendar will tell you, in no uncertain terms, that the best time to top dress your ...

Low light levels, excessive rainfall and low nutrients can cause lawns to become thin and brittle ... and weakened grass. 2. Encourage regrowth Re-seed patchy areas and keep soil moist to ...

A thin layer of mulched clippings regulates soil temperatures ... as thick clippings can create a mat that may harm the grass. If you live in a dry, drought-prone area, consider lawn alternatives ...

Topdressing refers to the practice of spreading a thin layer ... during hot, dry periods. Equally, avoid applying topdressing when the grass is wet as this won't allow the soil to incorporate ...

Cover the seed with a very thin layer of soil, approximately 1/8 inch ... Do not allow the soil to completely dry during the first few months as the grass seedlings establish roots.

Sulphate of iron will quickly expel the water and allow the grass to strengthen.” Iron sulphate is a compound that helps lower the pH of the soil, making it less acidic, which prevents moss from ...

the roots may not have enough time to establish before the weather gets too hot or dry. Another problem with sowing grass seeds too soon is that the seeds will lay on the soil until temperatures ...