lawns
The latest lawn news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Ideal Home
lawns
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How to grow a chamomile lawn for a sweet-smelling (and beautiful) alternative to traditional grass
Fancy a stunning lawn with a wildflower twist? It's time to give chamomile a go
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to get rid of weeds in a lawn - Experts explain your two options
A combination of both may solve your weed problems for good
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to care for a lawn in shade – expert tips for lush green grass in a shady garden
Shady garden? No problem! You can still have the lawn of your dreams with just a few tweaks...
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to aerate your lawn to let nutrients, water and air reach it better – resulting in a healthy, strong and green grass
The step-by-step guide to aerating a lawn approved by gardening experts
By Sara Hesikova
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How to get rid of leatherjackets to improve the look and health of your lawn this spring
And tips to prevent them from coming back
By Jullia Joson
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How to dethatch a lawn – the best way to get your lawn looking luscious and healthy this summer
The experts reveal their top tips for keeping your grass in tip top condition
By Ellis Cochrane
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The important reason you shouldn't cut your lawn in between downpours, according to experts
This is why it's probably wise to avoid mowing your grass during April showers
By Amy Hunt
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How to improve drainage in a clay soil lawn and avoid a waterlogged garden
Prevent your lawn from becoming a soggy mess with these handy tips
By Ellis Cochrane
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Why is my lawn turning yellow? Experts explain how to return it to a vibrant green
Look this way if you're wondering how to fix yellow grass
By Kayleigh Dray
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Can you put garden furniture on grass? Experts warn it could be doing more harm to your lawn than you think
It’s probably time to move it
By Lauren Bradbury
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March lawn care tips – what you need to do to take care of your lawn once winter’s over
Revive your lawn after harsh winter conditions
By Sara Hesikova
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How to level a lawn - an easy guide to get rid of lumps, dips and slopes
Prevent waterlogging and improve the health of your grass
By Lauren Bradbury
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When to overseed a lawn to ensure lush and vibrant grass in your garden this spring
The best time to sow for a beautiful lawn
By Jullia Joson
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Can I scarify a lawn in March? Experts issue warning to those attempting to scarify this month
It’s not a simple ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answer
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to overseed a lawn for fuller, greener, and healthier grass this spring
Your one-way ticket to a lush and vibrant lawn
By Jullia Joson
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How to revive your lawn after winter - a foolproof 7-step plan to bring your lawn back to life
Give your lawn the TLC it deserves
By Lauren Bradbury
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You should never walk on grass when it’s frosty – experts agree it's a major lawncare mistake
Keen to avoid frost damage to your lawn? Here's what you need to remember
By Kayleigh Dray
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Gardener David Domoney's top 3 non-negotiables for caring for a lawn over the winter months
These are the golden rules to follow for a lawn that will sing this season
By Jullia Joson
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Experts reveal what lawn fertiliser is best to use in autumn - give your grass some TLC before winter
Beware: the fertiliser you use in autumn isn’t the same as the fertiliser you use in spring
By Lauren Bradbury
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Alan Titchmarsh is urging gardeners to avoid mowing the lawn on this day of the week
This is why gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh doesn’t want you to mow your lawn on a particular day of the week
By Sara Hesikova
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How to plant bulbs in grass if you want a lawn filled with flowers next spring
Keen to recreate TikTok's viral bulb lawn in your own garden? Here's how to do it
By Kayleigh Dray
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These are the essential autumn lawn care tips that you need to follow this season
This is what you should do to your lawn this autumn season according to Monty Don and other gardening experts
By Kayleigh Dray
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Monty Don reveals the exact date you should be mowing your lawn - and it's coming up very soon
Our favourite gardening guru reveals why it's finally time to dust off the lawn mower
By Katie Sims
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Neat, nimble and easy-to-use - could the Stihl RME 235 Electric Lawn Mower be perfect for smaller lawns?
We tested the Stihl RME 235 to see if it's a good fit for smaller spaces
By Pete Wise
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6 low maintenance and beautiful lawn options, for anyone who’s sick of grass
In the market for a lovely and low-maintenance lawn alternative to grass? Look this way...
By Kayleigh Dray
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How do I get rid of dandelions in my lawn? The only way to get rid of them for good
Garden experts reveal the best tried and tested methods to get rid of dandelions in a lawn for good
By Rebecca Knight
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Greenworks G24X2LM36 Cordless Lawn Mower review
We find out if the G24X2LM36 Cordless Lawn Mower from Greenworks does a good enough job to make the neighbours green with envy
By Steve Bradley