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Shade does not mean you have to give up on grass. It does mean choosing the right seed, mowing a touch higher and staying on top of moss. Choose a mix that tolerates low light Fine fescues and browntop bent cope better in dappled shade than straight rye mixes. Overseed lightly in spring and early…

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 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…

If moss has crept across your lawn, timing your treatment makes a big difference. West Sussex lawns often face shade, winter wet and compacted soils, which give moss the upper hand. Treating at the right moment means less product, better results and longer gaps before it returns. Why moss thrives locally Best seasonal windows Avoid…

Dog urine concentrates nitrogen and salts in a small spot. In dry weather this burns grass blades and crowns, leaving a yellow or bare patch. Here is how to fix it fast and reduce future damage without giving up the lawn. Quick repair steps Prevention that works If you want to see what a first…

Arundel has more than its share of heavy clay. When it rains, clay holds water at the surface. When it dries, it bakes hard and roots struggle. Here is a practical plan that improves drainage and strengthens turf without ripping up the entire garden. Diagnose the problem The fix that lasts Repeat light topdressing and…

Must-have components Nice-to-have extras Red flags Local focus: Ask how the provider adapts to Arundel clay, Chichester coastal winds, and Emsworth’s damp, moss-prone pockets.

Feeding a spongy lawn will not fix the problem if thatch and moss are blocking the soil. Here are five clues you need scarification. If your lawn feels soft underfoot and looks dull even after fertiliser, the issue is often a thatch and moss layer that suffocates the soil surface. Scarification removes this dead material…

Want a smart lawn that tenants can keep tidy without fuss? Use these low-maintenance choices for rental homes in Chichester and Arundel. A well-kept front garden boosts kerb appeal and helps attract reliable tenants, but it must be easy to maintain. Here is how landlords in Chichester, Arundel and nearby towns can specify a lawn…

Water runs off and your lawn stays brown. A wetting agent can rehydrate stubborn dry patches in Chichester, Arundel and Emsworth. Dry patch happens when parts of the soil become hydrophobic. Water beads on the surface and runs away, leaving turf grey-green, crispy and slow to recover after rain. This is common on sandy topdressed…

Brown tips and thinning grass near the coast can be salt stress. Here is how to prevent and repair salt spray damage in Emsworth and Chichester. Lawns close to the sea often suffer from salt spray carried on coastal winds. Salt pulls moisture out of leaf blades and can scorch tender growth, leaving grass pale,…