A well kept lawn is a thing of beauty.
Turf is always a better option because it is easier to lay, maintain and lends an instant lush green look to a lawn.
Laying it is also a simpler affair as compared with seeding the grass.
Let us look at a set some simple steps to transform your lawn from patches to a beautiful and alluring lush green.
•Prepare the ground: Ground preparation is important.
You will have to remove any patches and turn the soil to a depth of about 6 inches.
Remove any existing greens before you lay a new one.
Use a rake to even out the ground surface.
•Measure the dimensions and order your turf: You can measure your lawn area and order for the turf accordingly.
It comes in rolls and should be laid out within a day of its arrival.
If kept for more than that it needs to be watered and using it prior to 48 hours is recommended.
•Laying and watering: Lay large pieces of the grass and avoid using small pieces.
Make sure that the surface is well laid out on the soil.
Water the turf once a day initially if there are no rains.
Watering is crucial initially as the roots need proper nourishment to connect to the soil.
•Feeding: Feeding the lawn with the proper fertilizer begins once the turf is 3-4 weeks old.
Make sure that you use a balanced fertilizer.
Regular and regulated feeding is good for a lush lawn.
•Mowing the grass: Do not make the mistake of cropping the grass very short.
For a new lawn do not mow it till the roots have settled firmly into the ground.
Make sure that you do not chop off more than a third of the length of the grass.