Tag: healthy

Gardening tips to keep wildlife happy this autumn and winter

As farm wildlife is in decline and housing and industry swallow up more habitat, gardens are becoming more and more important for supporting the ecosystem. Here’s what you could do in your garden to help wildlife this autumn and winter.

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.

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[…]

Caring for your newly renovated lawn

Imagine that you have recently had major surgery. To help you recover you will need good food, plenty of water and lots of resting. Once recovered, you will be looking and feeling better than ever. It’s the same for your newly renovated lawn. It can’t speak to tell you what it needs, but after 25+[…]