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Sowing Grass Seed During Winter – Equine Paddock Mix

Horse's nose covered in frost

Some recent questions regarding sowing grass seed during the winter to an existing horse paddock. Question – Is it too late to sow grass seed on to an existing horse paddock; if not what seed would you recommend? Answer – Thank you for contacting us. This product should be fine for you. https://lawn-seeds.com/seed-shop/equine-mixes/horse-pony-paddock/ Question – Hi thank you for your reply can you confirm that the grass seed you recommend can be sown at this time of year, thanks? Answer – There is nothing stopping you sowing grass seed during winter but seeds need two main things to germinate – warmth and…

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Winter Lawn Care, Dealing With Frost, Snow and Falling Leaves

Frosted blades of grass on a lawn

The winter season is a turbulent time for gardeners. Although not a lot of work is carried out in the garden this time of year. There are still various things that you can do to help keep your lawn in the best condition possible. Lawn – Seeds Winter Lawn Care Tip  Frozen Lawn? Steer Clear! This is very important, you need to steer clear of your lawn if it is either wet or frozen. If you do walk over you lawn in frosty or wet conditions then you could be causing irreparable damage to the grass plant. This is something…

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Lawn Spreaders Use and Maintenance

Green lawn spreader being pushed on a lawn

Lawn spreaders are a nutrient and fertiliser broadcasting device that ensures that the correct amount of product is used. A calibrated lawn spreader means your garden gets the right amount of nourishment or seed without waste. In larger gardens, the time and cost savings provided with a high-quality lawn spreader make them an essential purchase. Hand Held Lawn Spreaders As the name suggests, a handheld spreader is carried by the users and is usually only for the broadcasting of seeds and typically not used for fertiliser. The device consists of a hopper which holds, typically, 1 to 2 kilos of…

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Sowing Grass Seed In Autumn After A Warm Summer

Autumnal leaves lying on a lawn

We are quickly approaching the time when sowing grass seed in your garden is optimal. Generally in the UK we sow grass seed twice a year, firstly mid Spring and secondly mid Autumn. Autumn is generally a great opportunity to sow as you have less weeds, the soil can be damp from rain and warm from the recent summer. Choosing The Right Product For Sowing Grass Seed Selecting the right garden seed is always important and obviously we’re going to tell you to buy our grass seed as it’s the best. You can can choose the right seed depending on…

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