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The latest lawn news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Ideal Home
lawns
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When to mow your grass if you have bulbs in your lawn, according to expertsDon'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 overSnow mould, fairy rings and more
By Sophie King
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My grass is really long, but as a Garden Editor, even I'm not mowing it yetDon't jump the gun!
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 springLooking 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 mowLook 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 itGet 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 heatwaveKeep 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 gardenHow 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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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 expertsHere's how to get it right
By Sophie King
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My mum used this £12 childhood toy to grow clematis, and the results were impressive – and fast!It's my new favourite way to grow climbers
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 temperaturesThese 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 drawbacksIf 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 loveIt'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 lawnThese 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 worksThink 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 monthLeave the lawn mower alone – it's good for the wildlife!
By Kayleigh Dray
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The red creeping thyme lawn is a beautiful new take on traditional grass – here's how to grow oneIt'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 gardensI checked in with home improvement experts to find out
By Sophie King
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When to sow a clover lawn for an effortless, wildlife-friendly garden – the bees will love you for itYou can get started this month
By Sophie King
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When to use weedkiller on a lawn – the ideal window for cracking down on weeds is almost hereStrike while the iron's hot (and when the weather isn't!)
By Sophie King
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Monty Don wants you to embrace the shaggy lawn trend - and it requires little to no effort on your part‘You don’t need to worry or stress about it, the shaggy lawn is back.’
By Kezia Reynolds
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When to treat moss in a lawn to guarantee strong, green grass – just in time for summerIt's almost time to get started!
By Sophie King
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When to level a lawn — 4 tell-tale signs experts say indicate this lawncare task is overdueAll the indicators you need to know it's time to get started
By Sophie King
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I scarified my lawn last year and it brought it back to life in just two weeks – it's still the greenest I've ever seen itWe risked scarifying during the summer – and it paid off
By Sophie King
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It’s too early to cut your grass, warn lawn experts — here’s why mowing this week could damage your grassDon't let the sunshine fool you...
By Sophie King


