Lawn Care Blog

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,…

New to professional lawn care? Here’s a clear, no-jargon walkthrough of visit one; plus how soon your lawn will change. If you’re booking your first treatment in Chichester (or nearby Emsworth/Arundel), here’s what really happens and why it works. 1) Health check (15–25 mins) We assess grass density, thatch/moss, weed species, soil structure and pH,…

Knowing when to feed, mow, aerate, and treat your lawn can be confusing. That’s why we’ve put together a month-by-month lawn care calendar tailored for homeowners in Chichester, Arundel, and Emsworth. 🌱 January–February: Rest & Planning 🌼 March–April: Spring Awakening ☀️ May–June: Strong Growth 🌞 July–August: Summer Stress 🍂 September–October: Repair & Prepare ❄️ November–December:…

Create a durable, cushioned play lawn for kids; without turning the garden into a mud patch. Play areas take a beating. The key is a dense, elastic sward and good drainage so bare patches don’t appear after a wet weekend. Build a tougher lawn Softer underfoot Quick repairs that last Rake, top up with loam,…

Battling moss near the coast? Here’s how homeowners in Chichester and Emsworth can remove moss and keep it from coming back. Coastal air, shade from fences, and damp, compacted soils create ideal conditions for moss across Chichester and Emsworth. A once-a-year spray won’t fix the root causes. Here’s a plan that removes moss and stops…

Want a lawn that holds colour through hot spells? Use these drought-smart tactics for Chichester, Arundel and Emsworth gardens. Heatwaves and hosepipe restrictions are more common across West Sussex but you can still keep grass resilient without breaking the rules. Build resilience before summer During hot spells Autumn recovery Scarify, aerate and overseed to repair…

Cut too short and you’ll stress the lawn; leave it too long and it mats and invites disease. Here’s the sweet spot for Arundel gardens through the year. Getting mowing height right is an easy win for Arundel homeowners. It protects roots, keeps colour, and helps the lawn resist weeds and moss. Recommended cutting heights…

Thinking about hiring a lawn expert but not sure what happens? This guide explains the first appointment from start to finish. Booking professional help in Chichester is the quickest way to stop guessing and start improving. Here’s how a typical first visit runs: Step-by-step For a detailed walkthrough (including timelines and results to expect), see:👉…