How To Care for Your Lawn After Heavy Rain

Rain is good for turf, right? Although regular rain can do wonders for our gardens, and especially our lawns, when we have a consistent downpour, it can cause serious problems. In 2024, the UK experienced prolonged periods of rain, with some areas receiving more than 190mm in one month. This amount can lead to water pooling, soil compaction, damage to grass roots, and lawn waterlogging. All of which can impact the health, resilience, and appearance of your lawn.

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May marks a turning point, with lawn growth accelerating rapidly. The plants are working hard to thrive, and you will no doubt want to ensure your garden is getting ready for summer. So, can you pick up speed during May and create the luscious lawn you long for?

With the sun making more of an appearance, you’ve probably started to notice turf waking up! Its green colour is becoming vibrant, grass blades are becoming fuller and your lawn is beginning to grow. If your turf doesn’t seem to be recovering from its winter hibernation, and looks a bit worse for wear, it might require more than some TLC.

April is an ideal month for repairing any damage to your lawn. If you’ve spotted a few bare patches or odd spots that desperately need some TLC, it’s time to bring your “A” game with a medley of tasks, such as feeding, mowing, seeding and aerating.

Spring always brings a sense of anticipation and excitement – the start of something new and fresh possibilities! When it comes to your garden or landscaping project, now is the best time to begin planning and prepping for those big, bright and standout ideas. 

Post winter, your lawn and garden can look a bit tired and stressed. It’s been through a lot: strong winds, blistering frosts, and continuous downpours. Sometimes, lawns will revive themselves, and you only need to give them a fresh cut to prepare them for spring.

Springtime marks the beginning of the growing season for grass in the UK. Fertilising your turf during its active growth phase provides essential nutrients that support vigorous growth, resulting in a lush and healthy lawn.

With the long-awaited Spring just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about all-things gardening, particularly lawn turf.

Turf is a living organism and like all plants, it needs regular water, nutrients, and sunshine to survive and thrive. Ideally, grass should soak up 4-6 hours of direct sunlight a day but with the unpredictable UK weather, this isn’t always consistent! It’s also dependent on your type of turf and its purpose.