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Gardening tips: Lawn maintenance mistakes
30.01.2024 12:30
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:21
A beautiful lawn is something that can significantly improve the overall appearance of your house or garden.
While nowadays you can easily buy everything you need to keep your lawn beautiful, there are a few popular mistakes that many gardeners make.
Here are the things you shouldn't do to keep your lawn pretty.
Overwatering
Watering the lawn too frequently or giving it too much water at once can be a problem.
This can lead to shallow root growth and make the grass more susceptible to diseases.
Underwatering
Not providing enough water to the lawn is also bad.
Grass needs sufficient water to thrive, and insufficient watering can result in a dry and unhealthy lawn.
Mowing Too Short
Cutting the grass too short when mowing can destroy your lawn.
Short grass can't shade itself, leading to increased evaporation and making the lawn more prone to weeds.
Ignoring Soil Health
Neglecting the condition of the soil is a huge mistake.
Healthy soil promotes strong root growth. Ignoring soil health can lead to poor nutrient absorption and weak grass.
Using the Wrong Fertilizer
Applying the wrong type or amount of fertilizer is a mistake.
Incorrect fertilizer can harm the grass, and too much can lead to excessive growth and thatch buildup.
Cutting Wet Grass
Mowing the lawn when the grass is wet is a bad idea.
Wet grass clippings can clump together, preventing proper airflow and potentially causing diseases.
Ignoring Weeds
Ignoring the presence of weeds is a bad idea.
Weeds compete with grass for nutrients, sunlight, and water, affecting the overall health of the lawn.
Planting the Wrong Grass Type
Choosing a grass type unsuitable for the climate is a mistake.
Grass varieties have specific climate preferences, and selecting the wrong type can result in a struggling lawn.
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