Maintaining a luscious lawn requires year-round attention, and tailoring your lawn care according to the season is crucial for a vibrant and healthy lawn. Whether aerating in spring or maintaining moisture in summer, using the right tools helps you tackle the unique challenges each season presents.
This blog post will explore the gardening machinery required for seasonal lawn care to keep your lawn looking its best throughout the year.
Spring
Lawn Aerators
Spring is the ideal time to aerate your lawn to reduce soil compaction and enable air flow and water to reach the roots. Lawn aerators can simplify this task by poking small holes into the soil to promote healthy grass growth.
Lawn Scarifiers
Thatch and moss tend to build up on grass during the winter months. To prevent build-up from stunting grass growth, a lawn scarifier can be used to remove the top layer, enabling the lawn to breathe and absorb nutrients better.
Lawn Mowers
Mowing the lawn can be done for the first time in spring. Investing in a high-quality lawn mower rental is recommended to ensure the grass is cut evenly and prevent lawn damage. From ride-on to walk-behind models, the mower you choose depends on the dimensions and terrain of your lawn as well as your own preferences.
Summer
Irrigation Systems
The temperature in summer poses the risk of sun-related damage to the lawn. Tools like trenchers and pullers can be used to install irrigation systems, which maintain optimum moisture levels and keep the grass looking green throughout the summer months.
Edgers and Trimmers
Summer is the time of year we spend most time out in the garden, and it’s worth putting in the work at this stage. Edgers and trimmers are effective tools to neaten up walkways and lawn edges by creating aesthetically pleasing lines, which boost the overall appearance of your lawn.
Fertiliser Spreaders
Fertilising the lawn is the key to ensuring the grass receives all the nutrients needed for healthy growth. Fertiliser spreaders, such as broadcast and drop spreaders, ensure the product is evenly distributed to promote a uniform-looking lawn.
Autumn
Leafblowers
Autumn sees the falling of colourful leaves. Although a few leaves here and there shouldn’t cause too much trouble, a mass of leaves covering the lawn can block sunlight and promote mould growth. Leaf blowers are effective at removing leaves to keep your lawn clear.
Overseeders
If the lawn is looking worn-out or sparse in some areas, overseeding helps fill in patches before winter arrives. Overseeders ensure even seed distribution, leading to a denser and more resilient lawn in the springtime.
Lawn Rollers
In addition to overseeding, using a lawn roller can boost the planting process by pressing the seeds into the soil, ensuring better germination.
Winter
By winter, all the hard work has been done, and lawncare will resume once spring rolls around, so put your feet up and be proud of all the work you have put in.
Landscaping Equipment Hire
At Rocket Rentals Ltd, we have an excellent range of landscaping equipment and gardening tools for hire. Whether you’re looking for a leaf blower in autumn or a lawn mower rental in summer, we’ve got the tools you need to keep your lawn looking its best all year round. For tool hire, call us at 01453 519 451.
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