Why does water cause problems. Wet weather and turf maintenance are not good bedfellows, as anyone involved in the industry, particularly over the past few Summers, can testify. When more rain is falling than the drainage capacity can cope with,…

This article is a quick reference guide to the tasks required throughout the year to keep your lawn in good condition. The guide will equally apply to all lawns, whether newly constructed or old established turf, and should be seen…

When you own a home with a large garden, lawn care and maintenance can seem like a daunting task. However, with a little planning, a riding, or good quality hand lawn mower, and the right parts and accessories, you can…

WHAT IS MOSS There are thousands of different mosses, so for the purpose of this article I will talk purely of the main types which inhabit, and cause problems, in turf. First we have to understand the difference between mosses…

  1 – Compaction Compaction is the hardening of the ground in and around the surface, which inhibits water, air, and nutrients entering the soil profile. Compaction is caused by pressure on the surface, whether by feet, mowers, or weather,…