Preparing to fertilise your lawn

How much do you know about preparing to fertilise your lawn?

Preparing to fertilise your lawn is an important step in the process to ensure you keep it green, healthy and thriving all year round.

No one wants a sad or rough looking lawn. Preparing to fertilise your lawn can make all the difference in achieving a lush, vibrant outdoor space. Instant Turf Melbourne is here to highlight the things you can do before fertilising and why your lawn would benefit from being fertilised so you have the best looking yard in the street.

Looking after your lawn

When it comes to choosing the right fertiliser for your lawn, first you have to understand the lawn and its inner workings. Every lawn has different needs depending on its soil type, grass type and local climate.

To determine the best fertiliser for your lawn, you can do a soil test. A soil test reveals the pH level and the amount of key nutrients like Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sulphur, Iron and Manganese. These elements are essential for lawn growth, colour and root development. Knowing what your soil lacks will help you choose a fertiliser that provides the right balance.

Once you have the correct fertiliser to match your lawn type, make sure you read and follow all instructions to avoid doing anything that could affect the quality and future upkeep of your lawn.

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Getting ready to fertilise

Ahead of any fertilising, there’s a few things you can do to get your lawn ready.

  • If you’re going to mow, make sure you do it at least two days before any fertilising takes place.
  • Remove any leaves and other debris and aerate your lawn with a rake or garden fork.
  • After fertilising wait a week before mowing and when you mow for the first time, leave the catcher off. This is so the fertiliser remains on the lawn.

Why your lawn would benefit from being fertilised

Aside from looking great, fertilising your lawn provides a number of benefits. It strengthens root systems, helping your grass withstand drought, heavy foot traffic and seasonal changes. A well-fertilised lawn also grows thicker, which naturally reduces any weed growth and saves you time having to pull or dig them out! Regular fertilising also enhances your lawn’s overall appearance, giving it a lush, deep-green colour that will have your neighbours wondering what you’re doing to make it look so good.

If you have any questions or need further information, please reach out to our team.