One of the things I deal with almost daily………. and I bet everyone has their own story about – is grass.
Thinking about it, I see and work with grass all the time, not necessarily because it’s a problem, but because it’s always there, playing around !
I thought I’d write a bit about it, but more in a tip-style post rather than a full-on story ……I’ll save those for another time! 🙂
You know when a lawn looks patchy, or maybe you’ve just moved into a place where the garden hasn’t been touched in ages, and the first step is just getting some decent grass growing before tackling anything else?
Well, if that sounds familiar, this one is for you!
First things first !
what’s going on with your soil? Is it compacted? Rock hard? Full of clay?
So, step one is literally getting your hands dirty. Grab a handful of soil and see what you’re dealing with.
If it’s too compacted, roots are going to struggle. If it’s clay-heavy, it’s probably holding onto too much water. Hopefully, you don’t have serious drainage issues there!
A quick fix? Mix in a bit of sand to loosen things up and help with drainage. A bit of compost or organic fertiliser won’t hurt either………the soil will thank you for it!
Now, time to pick the right grass.
Not all grass types do well here, but if your garden gets plenty of sun, a mix of fescue and perennial ryegrass is a solid option.
Got a shady patch? Red fescue tends to handle that much better.
Now, don’t go throwing down the seeds just yet…. it’s not that simple! Lol
First, clear out any weeds and debris. Give the soil a good raking to loosen it up and level it out. If it’s compacted, aerate it properly! the more, the better.
Alright, now you can sow the seeds! But hold on! pick a day without too much wind, unless you fancy planting grass in your neighbour’s garden instead of your own!
With the seeds down, lightly rake over them to help them settle in. You can gently press them into the soil too ! no need to go overboard.
Watering is key, and this is where common sense comes in! I know, common sense isn’t always universal (some people don’t seem to have it at all…), but with grass, you need to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
Looking a bit dry? Give it a drink! 🙂
And finally, patience – something else that some people seriously lack! Grass takes a few weeks to sprout, so try not to trample all over it in the meantime…
Tip: Once it reaches around 3inches, you can give it its first trim.
I am sorry! Terrible pun with the post image and title!
