Hosepipe Ban Lawn Care In West Sussex: Keep Grass Alive Legally

Hosepipe bans are stressful, but most lawns can survive with the right approach. Focus on protecting crowns, conserving moisture and planning for a quick autumn recovery.

Water-wise habits

• Use a watering can if permitted. Apply 20 to 25 mm once a week at dawn to push roots down.
• Apply a wetting agent to dry-patch areas so limited water actually penetrates.
• Mulch mow. Fine clippings shade the soil and recycle moisture.
• Raise mowing height to 5 to 6 cm in heat.
• Stay off drought-stressed areas to avoid crown damage.

What to feed

Skip heavy nitrogen in peak heat. If needed, use a potassium-forward tonic to support cell strength and stress tolerance.

After the ban

Plan an early autumn renovation. Scarify to remove dead material, aerate to relieve compaction, then overseed and topdress. A few weeks of care in September can undo a lot of summer stress.

For a month-by-month checklist that keeps you ahead of the weather, use this calendar:
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