Our tips for keeping your lawn healthy during the autumn time (late August to November).

Autumn is a vital time for your garden lawn. You should use the last months of the growing season to prepare your grass for the stresses of winter – this preparation should improve the health of your lawn throughout the colder months and into the following spring.

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The ideal approach can vary from one garden to the next, but here are some of the autumn lawn care treatments we frequently recommend at this time of year:

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• Overseeding - This involves sowing new grass seeds to keep your lawn thick and healthy. View our Overseeding page for more information.

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• Top Dressing - It’s possible to improve the quality of your turf by dressing it with a carefully-chosen soil mix. Learn more about top dressing here.

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• Aeration - Aeration and spiking can improve soil ventilation and relieve ground compaction (which can lead to a number of different problems). More information here.

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• Scarification - Scarifying involves using powered machinery to remove dead moss and thatch from your lawn. See our lawn scarification page for details.

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• Weed Control - Weeds can be big problem during the autumn. Take a look at our weed control page to find out what we recommend.

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• Moss Control - Moss frequently takes hold in wet conditions. We provide a specialist moss control service to keep your lawn free of moss.

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• Disease Protection - Your lawn may be susceptible to certain diseases at this time of year. Visit our disease control page to learn more.

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• Worm Control - Worms can excrete unsightly ‘casts’ (soil and plant remains) on the surface of your lawn. Contact us for advice on this problem.

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