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The latest lawn news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Ideal Home
lawns
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Don't overseed your lawn until you've done this one crucial thing for thicker, healthier grass
It could make all the difference to how well grass seed grows
By Kayleigh Dray
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The 9 best lawn mowers I'd recommend to any gardener as a Gardens Editor
My favourite tried-and-tested models
By Sophie King
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Granular vs liquid lawn fertiliser – this is the type that will green your grass the fastest
Here are the benefits of each feed
By Sophie King
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What to feed your lawn in spring for lush green grass – you’ll find this ingredient in all the best fertilisers
Give your lawn a dose of this!
By Sophie King
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These are the 4 things you should never do to your lawn in spring – experts say avoid doing these in March and you'll have thicker, healthier grass for summer
Steer clear of these spring lawncare mistakes...
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to lay turf in spring – 6 foolproof steps to a strong new lawn that's ready to use by summer
A no-faff guide to laying grass
By Sophie King
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6 March lawn care tips that will give your grass a strong start to the year
These jobs will restore a winter-worn lawn
By Sophie King
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When to mow your grass if you have bulbs in your lawn, according to experts
Don't strike too soon...
By Sophie King
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7 lawn diseases that could be eating your grass – identify and treat them before they take over
Snow mould, fairy rings and more
By Sophie King
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The 5 lawn care tasks gardeners must not ignore in November if you want a lush lawn next spring
Looking after your grass now will reap big rewards in the spring
By Kezia Reynolds
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When to cut new grass from seed – how long freshly sown grass should be before its first mow
Look at the length, not the calendar!
By Sophie King
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My lawn was frazzled by the hot summer - these are the 5 autumn lawncare tips I'm using to repair it
Get your grass prepped for the new season
By Lisa Fazzani
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August is the perfect time to overseed a lawn, but there’s one thing you’ll need to know about sowing after a heatwave
Keep a watering can handy!
By Sophie King
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A wetting agent can revive and protect even the driest lawns – here's how it could benefit your garden
How lawn wetting agents work, and when to use one
By Sophie King
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How to get rid of dog urine marks on grass – the best ways to fix stains, and prevent them in the first place!
Keep those yellow patches at bay
By Sophie King
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No outside tap? Here are the best (and easiest) ways to water your garden
These are our favourite workarounds
By Sophie King
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Garden experts reveal how to achieve Wimbledon’s luscious lawn at home - all you need is this £16 product that ‘makes water wetter’
This clever product will help your grass beat the heat
By Kezia Reynolds
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This is how often you should be watering drought-tolerant plants in the garden, according to experts
Here's how to get it right
By Sophie King
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3 ways to protect your lawn in a heatwave – keep your grass healthy amid this week’s high temperatures
These tips are simple but effective!
By Sophie King
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A manual lawn mower is the low-cost alternative to modern mowers – I weighed the benefits and drawbacks
If you have considered buying a manual push mower, read about my experience and why I would (or wouldn't) recommend one
By Lindsey Davis
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How to grow borage – planting, watering and harvesting the herb that bees love
It's delicious in salads, too!
By Sophie King
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What to do after scarifying a lawn – 5 crucial follow-up steps for a greener, healthier lawn
These tasks will give your grass an extra boost
By Sophie King
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This watering pan test could help you figure out how much water your lawn needs – here's how it works
Think of it as a free watering indicator...
By Sophie King
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It's No Mow May! Here's why you shouldn't cut your grass this month
Leave the lawn mower alone – it's good for the wildlife!
By Kayleigh Dray
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Aldi is selling a robot lawn mower for under £200 - it's one of the cheapest on the market
I never thought I'd see 'Aldi' and 'robot mower' in the same sentence...
By Kezia Reynolds
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The red creeping thyme lawn is a beautiful new take on traditional grass – here's how to grow one
It's effortless and unique
By Sophie King
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How much to spend on a lawn mower – the ideal price range for small, medium and large gardens
I checked in with home improvement experts to find out
By Sophie King


