Lawn Maintenance Tips for December
- Avoid walking on lawn areas if they have become soggy, to prevent soil compaction.
- When the weather dries out, mow the grass, as lawns not mowed in winter will be difficult to mow next spring.
- Apply lawn mosskiller, such as sulphate of iron, if there is a lot of moss present.
- Edge and tidy up the lawn, raking off wind-blown leaves, but avoid trampling over the lawn if the ground is squelchy.
- If the soil firms up for a week or so, take the opportunity to mow your lawn.
- Repair damaged areas of the lawn by moving sods from less-used areas.
- Treat lawn moss with sulphate of iron in settled weather.
- Trim the edges of beds and borders to freshen the look of your garden.
By following these lawn care tips in December, you can maintain a healthy and neat-looking lawn throughout the winter months. Be cautious about walking on the lawn and mowing when the ground is wet or squelchy to prevent damage to the grass and soil structure.
