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The latest lawn news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Ideal Home
lawns
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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
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When to reseed a lawn — the perfect time to sow new grass and guarantee a lush lawn this summerYou can sow a new lawn in two key seasons
By Sophie King
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15 lawn ideas to transform your garden, from mowing techniques to grass alternativesGive your garden a fresh new look
By Lizzie Thomson
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Gardening experts reveal how to banish moss from your lawn using washing-up liquidWashing-up liquid is an easy way to remove moss from your lawn, but experts warn to use it with caution
By Kezia Reynolds
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7 ways to get rid of moss in a lawn – expert-approved methods to tackle the root cause and prevent it from coming backThe best natural methods to kill off moss so your grass can thrive
By Jenny McFarlane
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8 unusual uses for a lawn mower – because they're for so much more than just cutting grassBecause there's nothing we love more than a multitasking garden tool
By Kayleigh Dray
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When to apply lawn sand to improve drainage - experts urge gardeners to complete this task in the next few days before it’s too lateLawn sanding can prevent moss and weed growth, and leave your grass looking greener than ever
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to improve lawn drainage – 8 ways to protect your garden from floodingEager to prevent rain damage? Here's how
By Kayleigh Dray
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Never ignore fallen leaves from this one tree – unless you want to risk it killing your grassThe general rule of thumb is to leave fallen leaves as and where they fall... but there is, as ever, an exception
By Kayleigh Dray
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Lawn care tips – 12 of the best ways to look after your grass year-roundThe ultimate guide to healthy grass all year round
By Jennifer Ebert
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How to scarify a lawn – the secret to reviving neglected grassGive your grass a new lease of life
By Sara Hesikova
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When to scarify a lawn for thick, healthy grass – now's your final chance before next yearThis is when you should – and shouldn't – be scheduling in the task
By Sara Hesikova
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October lawn care tips – 5 tasks to do before the temperature dropsGive your lawn a boost before winter arrives
By Sophie King
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How to change lawn mower oil - and why now is your last chance to do it, according to expertsWhen was the last time you changed your lawn mower oil?
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to sharpen lawn mower blades - and why you should complete this task before winter, according to expertsWhen was the last time you sharpened your blades?
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to store a lawn mower over winter - top tips to prevent corrosion and damage while it’s not in useYou may not be using your lawn mower over winter, but you still need to store it properly
By Lauren Bradbury
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September lawn care tips – 5 ways to give your lawn a boost before the cold weather arrivesGet your lawn in shape this month
By Sophie King
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10 lawn care mistakes that could be ruining your lawn and how to avoid them, according to expertsSometimes you need to know what can go wrong to get it right
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to revive a dry lawn for lush, green grass (even after a heatwave!)Lawn looking tired and dry? Here's what to do about it...
By Kayleigh Dray
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4 signs your lawn is suffering from heat stress - and what you can do to fix it, according to the professionalsThe hot weather can wreak havoc on your lawn
By Lauren Bradbury
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Front garden lawn ideas – 10 unique and wildlife-friendly ways to transform the front of your homeThere are many attractive alternatives to traditional turf
By Thomas Rutter
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Corded vs cordless lawn mower - we’ve compared ease of use, run time, weight and affordability so you don’t have toTo choose corded or cordless… that is the question
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested the Stihl RMA 239 Cordless lawn mower - it's a winner for small lawns with little storage spaceThe Stihl RMA 239 Cordless lawn mower delivers a quality cut and is perfect for small gardens
By Joanne Lewsley


