Aftercut 20400372 Lawn Thickener Feed and Seed, 100 m2, 3.5 kg, Brown

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Potassium helps to build plant cells, which means more resistance against diseases and drought, and is best applied in spring or autumn. Pre-emergent herbicides, on the other hand, are formulated to inhibit seed germination by forming a chemical barricade atop the soil. Thus, if you plant your grass seed soon after applying a weed and feed with a pre-emergent herbicide, they won’t sprout as the herbicide will still be in the soil. Specification: Spreading width: 3.05-3.66 metres , Capacity: 23 kg , Recommended lawn area: up to around 100 m² , When to use: year-round use Looking for something a bit more heavy-duty? The Handy 50lb wheeled lawn and fertiliser spreader is among the most solid and sturdy models I’ve ever come across and would suit someone who has a medium to large-sized lawn, particularly if your lawn is on a slope or you have uneven terrain to negotiate. Simply scatter around 35g of the granular feed per 1m² patch of lawn and water it thoroughly straight after application. If you’re keen to help the germination of the added grass seed present in the feed then keep the lawn well watered for the next fortnight. The organic matter won’t stain like other fertilisers if you happen to step across it, and won’t scorch your lawn either, even if it’s over-applied.

The technology that goes into producing a bag of weed and feed far exceeds its price tag. However, always be sure that you buy a premium brand, as the quality of materials may vary from supplier to supplier for the manufacturer. This is a simple but clever design feature, and the type of thing I like to see product makers trying out instead of just making carbon copies of other top-selling models. Different species of grass respond better to different fertilizer formulations. If you don’t know what kind of grass you have growing in your yard, then take a sample along to your nursery when you go for the soil test. An experienced gardener will be able to tell you what kind of grass it is with a simple look at your sample. At Lawnsmith we feel the same way so all Lawnsmith® Fertiliser is free of harmful pesticides and unless you are using our WINTER GREEN High Iron Lawn Feed you’ll get no staining of hard surfaces as is the case with most feed and weed products. Liquid weed killers can then be used which are much more effective and safe once dry. Specification: Spreading width: 45 cm , Capacity: N/A , Recommended lawn area: least 100 m² , When to use: March to November

Feeding the New Turf Lawn

Nitrogen aids with leaf growth, resulting in a deep green colour when your lawn is happiest. Nitrogen-heavy lawn feeds are best applied when grass puts out new growth, so in the spring and summer. Or, if you have lawn weeds in fall that you want to eradicate, a post-emergent weed and feed will kill these weeds, but you never want to feed a warm-season turf like centipedegrass or Bahiagrass in the fall. Feeding warm-season lawns late in the season dramatically increases the chance of winterkill. This Scotts Turf Builder Triple Action features a specific formulation for use in northern lawns. The potent herbicide kills dandelion, clover and prevents crabgrass from establishing itself on your lawn. Get a lawn feeder and weeder product designed for your climate conditions and grass type. With a hopper that can hold 23 kilograms of feed, you shouldn’t have to keep stopping to refill too often, nor do you have to worry about clog-inducing contaminants getting mixed in there thanks to a hopper screen and hopper cover being included in the price. This means you can even use it in wet weather, as long as you have a good set of wellies and a raincoat.

You should feed the whole lawn with one of our seasonal fertilisers which will assist the new seedlings to develop and also aid the recovery of the existing scarified grasses. It has a max spread width of 0.53 m, so achieves an accurate application and everything is kept firmly under control. However, because of this, it may be a better choice for smaller lawns, or perhaps medium spaces, rather than large areas. So, what are the negatives? Well, I can only really find one, but it might be enough to put some people off. There are also directions given for using the best spread rate settings with various types of EverGreen granular products too.Milk causes gut problems in birds and although some can eat fermented dairy - robins love mild grated cheddar - it’s best to err on the side of caution and avoid dairy products. In addition, timing is critical with all gardening tasks and the best time to feed is rarely the best time to weed. For example in spring, April is the ideal fertilising month, yet many weeds including clover don't fully appear until late May, so applying a weed killer with your feed in April misses most of the weeds, adds unnecessary chemicals into the ground and is a waste of money. It also prevents you from seeding as most products recommend a 2 month gap between their use and seeding. Phosphorus (or phosphate) helps with root development, as strong roots mean less disease and fewer pests. It’s best applied in early spring or autumn.

Liquid lawn feed is perfect for smaller gardens or those with no hose, and it can be reapplied every six weeks throughout the summer. As this is purely a lawn feed it won’t kill off weeds or moss, so it can be used in combination with another feed. A 1-litre bottle of Miracle-Gro Evergreen should cover 100m² of your grass. The fertilizer in the formula specifically strengthens southern grass types, protecting them against drought and the suns strong UV rays. I was not so happy with the controls to adjust the spreading quantity though, which is something you have to grab and slide across the bottom of the trigger. It’s not that it doesn’t work, or is particularly that bad, I just think it could have been done better, as it is in many other lower-cost products, and I expected more from a brand like Gardena. This product isn’t perfect, and there are a couple of little niggles such as it being hard to get the last bit of feeder to fall through the hole due to the shape of the feeder, not being able to use it for spreading road salt, and the fact that it takes a while to get the settings and walking speed right.

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However, even then, you should only use a post-emergent, selective weed and feed product. These will easily kill broadleaf weeds like dandelions and clover without harming your turfgrass. Pre-emergent herbicides won’t work on already existing weed plants, while non-selective/systemic herbicides will kill both the weeds and your growing turfgrass. When to plant grass seed after weed and feed? The professionals don’t use combined ‘weed and feed’ fertiliser products containing pesticides or weed killers. They use a quality grass fertiliser and a separate weed killer or pesticide.

Specification: Spreading width: 5 metres , Capacity: 3.3 liters , Recommended lawn area: up to around 800 m² , When to use: year-round use If however, the weather is likely to be dry, windy or warm or you cannot water then always feed once the seed has germinated. Use the Starter Fertiliser for this. Feeding the New Seeded Lawn – Covered However, due to this product’s formulation, keep pets and kids away from the lawn until after watering. This Scotts product comes in your choice of 4,000-sq ft or 8,000-sq ft coverage. In the heat of an English summer, the grass won’t be growing – in fact, it’s more likely to be scorched by any fertilisers. Stop feeding your lawn during prolonged dry spells, and once there’s been a good rainfall, wait a few days then feed again. Aim to feed the lawn every six to eight weeks throughout the summer.But that’s it really – fully assembled in minutes and ready to start spreading lawn feed or grass seed! Testing lawn spreaders When fertilizing your lawn, it’s essential that you remember to keep watering throughout the summer. If you don’t water your garden after feeding it, then you’ll probably end up causing burning in some patches. Water thoroughly after your feeding session to ensure that the nutrients go into the ground. The runner up to this product is the Preen One Lawncare Weed and Feed formulation. This product is another premium choice that will suit any garden. This fertilizer only needs application once every eight weeks, and it’s suitable for the first two feedings of the season. When it comes to setting the distribution rate, the process is very straight forward. The spread rate can be adjusted using the yellow indicator that’s positioned by the hopper – it clearly states which setting is selected and takes a lot of the guesswork out of product spreading. The majority of these machine come with instructions that recommend which of the variable settings should be used for different purposes. These generally include information about recommended walking pace to ensure good results.