{"id":18468,"date":"2022-07-29T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-29T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/moowy.co.uk\/?p=18468"},"modified":"2023-02-01T20:48:31","modified_gmt":"2023-02-01T20:48:31","slug":"lawn-care-tasks-in-august","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moowy.co.uk\/lawn-care-tasks-in-august\/","title":{"rendered":"Lawn care tasks in August"},"content":{"rendered":"
Chances are your lawn looks pretty OK in August. The sun\u2019s been shining, but we\u2019ve also had some rain \u2014 not a lot, but generally enough to keep the lawn green. And perhaps August is the month you fly off to the sunshine<\/a>? So, don’t neglect your lawn care tasks in August before you jet away to sunnier climes. <\/p> August is the prime mowing month because your grass proliferates when the weather is warm. But there’s more to August lawn care tasks than simply running the mower. August is the month we prepare our lawn for a successful transition into autumn. <\/p> This article is all about the essential lawn care tasks to complete in August:<\/p> Ready? Let\u2019s go!<\/p> You might think that moss only thrives in colder weather, becoming a particular problem in the autumn and winter. But, actually, that\u2019s not true in British summers because when it\u2019s warm, it\u2019s usually also pretty humid. <\/p> And where there’s humidity, there’s often the threat of dew and rain. And these all contribute to welcome conditions for moss. <\/p> So, it’s likely that you’ll begin to see the first signs of moss in your lawn during August. If you scarified in spring, the problem will be minor \u2014 but don’t leave it too long because a little moss becomes a significant challenge pretty swiftly. <\/p> Therefore, August is the month to tackle moss using the following techniques:<\/p> Depending on the temperature, your grass will grow quickly in the summer, so you’ll need to mow it regularly to maintain its condition. However, prolonged exposure to temperatures above 30\u00baC could slow down your lawn’s growth, but it’s looking unlikely that August will raise the mercury significantly this year. <\/p> So, mow your lawn at least once a week during August if you can.<\/p> The two most important August mowing tips are:<\/p> Never mow when the sun is at its hottest \u2014 your grass could dry out<\/p> Never cut more than \u2153 of the grass\u2019s length \u2014 your grass could dry out!<\/p> And in scorching weather, mow your lawn with the cutting blades a little higher than usual \u2014 longer grass keeps the soil cool and prevents dehydration. <\/p> Chances are, you\u2019ll need to set the sprinkler running a few times during the long dry spells in August. But don\u2019t overwater your grass \u2014 it makes the roots lazy and less drought tolerant. <\/p> Your grass needs 3-4cm of water every week during warm weather to maintain its lush green appearance and vigorous growth. So, water your lawn if there’s no rain scheduled. <\/p> We recommend you water twice a week if there’s no rain, and do it in the morning. This gives the blades the chance to dry out before the sun is at its strongest, preventing leaf scorch. <\/p> Avoid watering too late in the evening because you don’t want your grass wet at night \u2014 this encourages fungi and lawn disease. <\/p> And if the weather has been very warm (above 30\u00baC), water lightly at the end of the afternoon to cool down your lawn\u2019s soil. But make sure your grass has had a chance to dry out before nighttime. <\/p> Check out our expert\u2019s guide to watering your lawn<\/a> for more info. <\/p> Soil pests can be at their most active in August. And if you’re spotting yellow patches in your grass, there’s a good chance it’s either leatherjackets<\/a> or chafer grubs<\/a>.<\/p> If you notice lots of birds on your lawn after rain or first thing in the morning, they\u2019re probably treating your grass like a fine dining restaurant. <\/p> Leatherjackets and chafer grubs are a particular problem moving into autumn when they start eating your grass’s roots, so keeping on top of the issue is essential in August. <\/p> Keep your grass as short as you can during August because this is when cranefly and other garden insects lay their eggs. Keeping the grass short means they might choose your neighbour’s lawn instead!<\/p> Unless you’re going away on holiday, August is an excellent month to fertilise your lawn soil. This is because your grass loses much of its energy when the weather is warm and during heavy use. <\/p> Use a higher nitrogen fertiliser to help your grass plants cope with the warmer, dryer conditions, such as MOOWY\u2019s Long Lasting Lawn Fertiliser<\/a>. This way, your lawn will remain protected until autumn. <\/p>Lawn care tasks in August #1: Moss control<\/h2>
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Lawn care tasks in August #2: Mowing<\/h2>
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Lawn care tasks in August #3: Watering<\/h2>
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Lawn care tasks in August #4: Pest control<\/h2>
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Lawn care tasks in August #5: Fertilise <\/h2>
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