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lush green lawn is an invitation to step outside. But if neglect or this year’s weather events have left the grass looking worse for wear, it might be time to renovate or even replace your front or backyard lawn. Follow these expert tips to restore your turf to lush glory. From the ground up There are two ways to start a lawn from scratch: sowing seed or laying turf. Munns lawn specialist Steve Jackson says each has its pros and cons: "Seed is economical, great for large areas or repairing small patches, but it can take months for the grass to establish, and you need to stay on top of weeds.” For instant impact, choose turf. "It comes at a greater cost, but there's a bigger range of grass varieties to choose from and, depending on conditions, the lawn can establish in a few weeks," he says. Before you start, Steve recommends creating a solid foundation so roots can establish themselves properly. “Clear the area of weeds, stones and other debris,” he says. “If your soil is clay-based, work in gypsum to assist with drainage. For sandy soils, add organic matter to help improve structure and retain moisture.” For both methods, watering is key. "Do not allow the soil around germinating seeds or turf roots to dry out,” warns Steve. “They will die and you'll be left with a patchy lawn.” Maintaining the green Keeping grass in shape requires regular care throughout the year. Apply a lawn-specific granular fertiliser in spring, summer and autumn. To give it a boost, particularly during periods of active growth, supplement with a liquid fertiliser between those feeds. 1 Scotts Lawn Builder ‘Patch Magic’ lawn repair, $32.02/3.6L, I/N: 0012141. 2 Gardena ‘Sileno Minimo 250’ robotic lawnmower, $999, I/N: 0346490. 3 Ryobi 38" (96.5cm) battery ride on lawn mower, $4,999, I/N: 0089488. 4 Saxon lawn edger, $25.97, I/N: 0241580. 5 Ozito ‘PXC’ 18V brushless lawn mower kit, $249, I/N: 0207447. 6 Fiskars ‘act’ 4 prongs weed puller, $79.95, I/N: 2970049. 7 Richgro ‘Ezi Wet’ hose on soil wetter, $13.35/2L, I/N: 0135317. Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered. Roundup ready to use ae RSet Mowing regularly results in healthy, thick lawn, which also helps keep weeds out. Steve recommends only trimming one-third the length of the grass blade. “Removing too much of the leaf blade stresses the lawn,” he explains. In winter, growth slows — except if you have a cool-season grass, like perennial rye or tall fescue — so raise your mower a few notches. Aerating, dethatching (removing any build- up of dead organic matter) and top dressing are typically done in spring, if needed. 36 bunnings.com.au | (O) bunnings | ®) bunnings
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