A lush green lawn is a long standing source of pride for Kiwis.
Whether you've got a quarter acre block or a courtyard, they’ve long been a source of great pleasure and pride. Taking care of your lawn and keeping it looking its best is easy.
Here’s our simple lawn care guide to get you started.
Lawn mowing basics
How and when to water your lawn
The importance of fertilising your lawn
Lawn fertilising tips
Two in one - fast greening and slow release fertilising
Step 1
Calculate amount of fertiliser you’ll need by measuring your lawn in square metres (one large stride = 1 metre approx). Read the instructions on the bag to see how many grams per square metre to apply, then add the appropriate quantity to spreader hopper. Set the spreader to the correct aperture using the spreader setter information on the bag.
Step 2
Walk the full area of your lawn while spreading fertiliser, following a pattern that allows slight overlap on the edges of the spread. It's recommended you apply half the fertiliser in a north-south direction over the entire area and the other half in an east-west direction, to obtain even coverage.
Tip – if you’re using a hand-held spreader you may find it easier to walk backwards.
Step 3
Check the bag for more detailed information about when to water but, as a general guide, thoroughly water your lawn immediately after spreading to activate the quick greening component or better still time your application for just before rain if it is forecast.
