The garden may feel low down on your priorities as your summer blooms start to die off - but if you want to reap the benefits of a glorious lawn next spring, there's something you must do now . If you're lucky enough to have an outdoor space to call your own, then you'll understand how important it is that you take care of the plants, flowers, and grass. According to Jonny, who posts on TikTok as @gardenwithjonny , " September is one of the best times to overseed your lawn" thanks to " the cooler temperatures, the soil still warm and autumn showers create the perfect conditions for your grass seed to germinate fast and grow strong with minimal effort".
He said that "September and early October" is the time you should be reseeding your lawn. You need to scarify and aerate your lawn to prep it "ready for seed". Jonny recommended applying "30 to 50 grams of seed per square metre" and "spread evenly across your lawn".
He said "a thin layer of topsoil" is needed after spreading the seed, to "help protect the seed from birds, keeps moisture in, and creates the perfect environment for germination". " By overseeding now, you’ll have a thicker, healthier lawn by spring—without the heavy lifting. Repairing your lawn in autumn also means less work when the warmer months return", he shared.
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