Topdressing Lawn: When, How Deep and How Much
Topdressing lawn hollows only works while grass is growing. Use washed sand, keep each layer thin, fill deep dips in stages and feed straight after.
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Topdressing lawn hollows only works while grass is growing. Use washed sand, keep each layer thin, fill deep dips in stages and feed straight after.
Water running off your lawn or sitting on top? Your soil may be hydrophobic. Here’s how to check, which soil wetter to use, and how to apply it before summer.
September is the shortest working window in the lawn year. Short answer: mow low, dethatch, aerate if compacted, wet the soil, then apply your lawn fertiliser. Do those five jobs in that order and the feed reaches the root zone. Do them in any other order, or skip straight to the fertiliser, [...]
The short answer: to green up a winter lawn without forcing a flush of growth, feed it with an iron-rich liquid fertiliser built on stabilised nitrogen rather than fast-release nitrogen. Iron drives the deep green colour your lawn is missing, while stabilised nitrogen feeds the plant steadily instead of pushing the soft, fast top growth [...]
Australian summers don't mess around. One week of 35°C+ days and your lawn can go from lush green to crispy brown faster than you can drag out the sprinkler. But here's the thing—most summer lawn damage isn't caused by heat alone. It's caused by watering mistakes. This guide covers the practical stuff: when to water, how [...]
A healthy lawn needs water. But how much, how often, and when to apply it? Whether you're in sunny Queensland, coastal NSW, or cool Victoria, watering routines differ. Here's exactly how often you should water your lawn, based on your region, climate, and lawn type. Explore our full lawn care range for year-round support. Watering Frequency: The [...]
Across Australia, lawns are under siege. From Queensland to Victoria, homeowners are waking up to dry, brown patches where lush green grass stood the day before. The culprits? A hidden army of lawn grubs, curl grubs, and armyworms. These pests feed on lawns with brutal efficiency. By the time signs of infestation appear, much of the [...]
Lawn exploding after rain? A plant growth regulator (PGR) slows vertical growth so you mow less, while encouraging sideways growth and roots for a thicker, tidier lawn. This long-form guide explains how PGRs work, when to use them in Australia, and how to apply them safely for consistent results. [...]
Why Autumn and Winter Lawn Care Matters As the days shorten and temperatures drop, your lawn’s needs change dramatically. In Australia, both cool-season and warm-season grasses respond to seasonal shifts in unique ways. Understanding these biological changes is essential for keeping your lawn healthy, resilient, and ready to burst into life when spring arrives. Understanding Your Lawn’s [...]