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With the days getting shorter and the air becoming crisper, now is the time of year for gardeners to prepare their gardens for the colder months.<\/p>\n
Whether it\u2019s planting bulbs ready for next spring or trimming hedges, there\u2019s plenty to be done in autumn.<\/p>\n
One area of their gardens Britons should not ignore is their lawns. Paul Hicks marketing and product manager at STIHL GB has shared exactly how to care for lawns in autumn for \u201chealthier\u201d and \u201clusher\u201d grass in two weeks.<\/p>\n
Paul said gardeners can get their lawns in shape for next spring by putting in extra care in early autumn.<\/p>\n
The mild and damp conditions in autumn are \u201cideal\u201d for carrying out simple lawn maintenance.<\/p>\n
Paul explained: \u201cBegin by mowing less frequently and raising the height of the cut as the growth rate starts to slow into autumn, as this avoids increasing the risk of moss and weed growth.\u201d<\/p>\n
The gardening expert suggested choosing a suitable mower that has an easy-cut height adjustment.<\/p>\n
Mowers like this include the STIHL RMA 339C, the Black & Decker 1000W 32cm Electric Rotary Mower and the Bosch Rotak 32 R Rotary Lawnmower.<\/p>\n
Don’t miss… <\/strong> Autumn is also the perfect time of year to aerate lawns which is the process of spiking the lawn.<\/p>\n Aerating the lawn while it\u2019s still actively growing prepares lawns for the seasons ahead by reducing the compaction of the soil and allowing air, water and nutrients to get to the grassroots.<\/p>\n It\u2019s also the perfect time of year to scarify lawns which is the process of removing moss and organic matter from grass.<\/p>\n Paul said: \u201cScarification is often performed at the same time [as aeration], which helps remove the layer of thatch build-up, and organic matter such as moss and sideways-growing grass shoots from around the base of the grass plant.<\/p>\n We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n \u201cWhilst it may look unsightly at first, the lawn soon recovers and will look much healthier and lusher after a couple of weeks.\u201d<\/p>\n Lawn scarifiers are designed to encourage healthy lawn growth and can be bought from garden stores.<\/p>\n The STIHL RLA 240 cordless scarifier costs \u00a3219 and the Einhell Expert 36V (2x18V) Cordless Scarifier costs \u00a3159.98 from Tool Station.<\/p>\n
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