Lawn Care Tips

 

April is a key month for lawn care—grass is actively growing again, but it still needs the right support after winter.

🌱 Start Regular Mowing

  • Begin mowing once the grass is actively growing
  • Keep blades higher than usual (don’t cut too short early in the season)

 This helps avoid stressing the lawn while it’s still recovering.

🌿 Feed Your Lawn

  • Apply a spring lawn fertiliser to encourages lush, green growth and strengthens roots
  • Best applied after mowing and when rain is expected (or water it in)

🌼 Tackle Weeds & Moss

  • April is ideal for treating:
    • Dandelions
    • Clover
    • Moss patches
  • Use a combined weed & feed product or treat problem areas separately. Acting now prevents weeds from spreading later in summer.

💧 Water Wisely

  • Lawns usually get enough rain in April (especially in the UK), but:
    • Water during dry spells

🌱 Repair Bare Patches

  • Rake out dead grass and loosen the soil
  • Add fresh grass seed or patch repair mix
  • Lightly cover with compost and keep moist

👉 April warmth + moisture = ideal growing conditions.

🍃 Rake & Scarify (Lightly)

  • Remove thatch (dead grass layer) and moss buildup
  • Improves airflow and allows nutrients to reach roots
  • Don’t overdo it—gentle raking is enough this early in the season

🌬️ Aerate Compacted Soil

  • Use a garden fork or aerator to spike the lawn
  • Helps drainage and root growth
  • Especially useful if your lawn gets heavy foot traffic