Millet is a thermophilic and frost-sensitive species introduced from the subtropics. The differences are rather subtle and the type of control is the same, which is why it basically does not matter what exactly is spreading in the lawn. It becomes difficult with species that like to develop their flower spikes flat, almost lying, because then the…
A turf is an interesting thing. The grass surface is similar to a carpet on delivery and is also unrolled in the garden. A short time after laying, the lawn can be walked on. Sounds tempting, but there is one disadvantage: the advantage of the ready-made turf is noticeable in the price. Various factors determine the price of the…
Mowing the lawn is a necessary evil for many hobby gardeners, for others it is the ideal opportunity to relax through exercise in the fresh air, sun and the scent of the freshly mown meadow. In the end, however, they all have to face one problem: the increasing amount of grass clippings. Simply leave it there, compost…
From spring onwards, the lawn in the garden is looked after and cared for. When the end of the year approaches, it is then often severely neglected. Here, however, care is once again important so that the grasses can go into the cold, dark season of the year strengthened and well prepared. A final wellness treatment before the…
If the lawn suddenly shows brown spots, this shortcoming affects the overall appearance of the garden. Since the damage can be traced back to the most varied of triggers, the hobby gardener cannot avoid doing a thorough cause research. The following overview aims to make a contribution to quickly tracking down the problem and eliminating it. First…
If the lawn no longer looks healthy, if there are puddles of water everywhere or even bare spots are visible, if it is mossy or weed, then it is a good idea to re-create the lawn. In the meantime you know where the pitfalls of the soil or other conditions lie and, if necessary, you can…
Opinions are very divided on the subject of liming the lawn. Liming should help against moss in the lawn, at least the providers promise and swear so. Others say on the other hand that lime in the lawn is of no use, and can even damage it. I am not an expert now and will summarize here what…
For the majority of home and garden owners, a well-tended lawn is an indispensable part of the property. During the planting phase, the selected seed mixture decides whether it is an ornamental lawn, a sports lawn or a grass lawn for use. Whichever type of lawn the ambitious hobby gardener chooses, regular and careful mowing…
When the snowpack melts, the lawn often appears greyish and brownish. In addition, it is stuck together, shaggy and looks matted in places. So it is very far from the lush green gem. Nevertheless, nobody should be tempted by this sight to reach for the mower directly or to fertilize the lawn. Because before these steps can be done,…
If you want to create a lawn, you have to pay attention to a few things in order for the project to succeed. Although creating a lawn is not difficult, the result can still be very different. So the right time is very important, but so is the selection of lawn seeds. There are different varieties and…