Mistakes when growing a lawn. What do you need to know?

Bright and green lawn in the garden or in the country? Many do not see any problems in caring for him. His weed and pests do not need to be sprayed. Only watering and cutting. Only such an attitude can lead to the fact that the lawn will be very different from those that are on beautiful photos on the Internet.

The main mistakes that beginner gardeners make when creating a lawn are almost always the same. They need to be known and not allowed.

Seat selection

The place under the lawn must be selected based on its parameters. For example, in the shade it is better to sow a universal lawn from shade-loving plants. But the Moorish or ground grass like well-lit places.

Grass selection

A mixture of grass for the lawn is selected in accordance with the climate and soil conditions on the site. You should not plant a sports lawn with a grass mixture for a sports one. They differ in a set of cereals and proportions.

Fertilizer selection

Usually universal fertilizers are enough for feeding. But in some cases, one element is missing. There may be more need for sodium or phosphorus. The grass is not so bright and juicy. So, it’s worth determining what is missing and additionally feeding.

Wrong watering

Young lawn should be watered daily in small portions. But adult grass is a different mode. It should be slightly sprayed once every two days, and watered abundantly 1-2 times a week. In extreme heat you need to water more often. But this must be done in the morning or in the evening, in order to prevent sunburn.

Haircut mode

You should always start mowing the lawn when it is still young. Mowing grass enhances its drought tolerance, allows you to build more green mass closer to the ground. But you can’t even mow the lawn. Above ground should be 3-5 cm of grass. And grasses such as fescue and ryegrass mow at a height of 5-6 cm. You need to mow the lawn at least once every two weeks. After cutting, it is important to water it. Depending on the weather, the last haircut should be in late September - early October. Tall grass should not be left for the winter. Change of frosts with thaws leads to the fact that the lawn begins to spree.

Preparing for the new season

It is not enough just to mow the lawn and fertilize with fertilizers in the fall. You also need to protect the lawn from getting wet, clean it of accumulated debris, check the operation of the water drainage system and conduct aeration. If this is not done, then in the spring instead of the lawn you will get a plot with pale yellow grass and bare spots.

Following these simple tips will help to grow an ideal lawn on your site that will delight the eye with lush greenery all summer.