What Is Top Dressing? And Why West Sussex Lawns Love It

Top dressing is a lesser-known but powerful lawn care technique that can transform the health and appearance of your grass – especially in the variable soil conditions of Chichester, Arundel, and Emsworth.

What Is Top Dressing?

– The application of a thin layer of compost, sand, or loam over your lawn

– Typically used after aeration or overseeding

Why Use Top Dressing?

– Improves soil structure and drainage

– Levels uneven ground

– Reduces thatch buildup

– Promotes healthy root growth

– Enhances germination after seeding

Best Time to Top Dress:

– Spring or early autumn in West Sussex, when grass is actively growing

How It’s Done:

– Apply a 3–5mm layer across the lawn

– Brush in with a stiff broom or lawn lute

– Water gently to settle the material

Top dressing is especially beneficial after scarification and aeration. Book a full lawn refresh with us anywhere in Chichester or the surrounding areas.