So far we’ve had an exceptionally dry late spring and early summer and some lawns are showing the strain. April and May both saw rainfall of less that 50% of the average figures, and June is set to be even dryer, with high temperatures to boot. Lawns, especially those with good drainage, suffer badly in times of even mild drought, and will quite quickly look dry, scorched and brittle.
There are several things that can be done to help, including properly preparing your lawn during the spring, by feeding, aerating, and generally helping the grass gross strong roots. Its is also important not to mow your lawn too short. A slightly longer lawn will help trap whatever moisture there it.
Most importantly, and perhaps most obviously is to water your lawn. During periods of hot and dry weather (and especially if you have recently seeded) we recommend watering every day. The best solution to do this, is to use a sprinker, or install an irrigation system, which typically will embed sprinkler heads within or close to the lawn.
We’ve just started working with an irrigation company which offers systems that do just that. We’ve seen them in action and they are very good. Typically they install “intelligent” computer controller irrigation i.e. its works on a system but responds to existing water levels.
We’re also particularly impressed by their solution to the enviromental concerns surrounding use of water in your garden – they can use “grey water” (recyled from other domestic uses) or even rainwater (stored in underground tanks).
If you are interested please give us a call in the office and we can point you in the right direction 0800 0612606 or visit Watermatic Ltd (mention you found them through us and we can liase with them on the right system).
Posted by: James on: 26th June 2010 in the: Irrigation, Summer Lawn Care category