Category: Lawn Disorders and Diseases

How to stop leatherjackets damaging your lawn

You’d be surprised at how much havoc something as small as leatherjackets can create. In this blog we learn more about these creatures and how best to control them.

Why toadstools in your lawn are nothing to worry about

Lawn care is a funny thing. Just when you think you’ve cracked it, Mother Nature offers up a different challenge. In this blog we’re looking at toadstools in your lawn. Where they come from and how to treat them.

Drought recovery plan for parched lawns

Has your lawn been affected by drought this summer? Here are my drought recovery tips to help restore your lawns’ good looks.

Redthread and other summer lawn diseases

Some diseases of grass can temporarily disfigure a lawn. In this blog we’re looking at what causes lawn diseases, how to discourage them and what to do if your lawn is affected.

How often does my lawn need feeding, and treatments for weeds?

Every single lawn I have ever worked with has been different to every other. So when a homeowner asks “How often should I apply lawn treatments?” I tend to be a little cautious with my answer – until I’ve learned  more about the lawn. Generally though, 5 lawn treatments per year are ideal for most[…]

Lawns for dogs. How to stop your pet damaging your lawn.

This spring, I’ve been answering lots of questions about lawns for dogs. I’ve been hearing from worried dog owners who are concerned that their much loved pets are damaging their lawns. The biggest problem of all seems to be caused by dog pee on the lawn.