Tips for Achieving a Picture Perfect Lawn Amy Smith, August 21, 2023August 21, 2023 Tips for Achieving a Picture Perfect Lawn Image Source: Freepik With garden parties all the rage for the foreseeable future, many of our clients come to us in search of the picture-perfect lawn – both for domestic gardens and commercial outside spaces. A perfect lawn is not just green and luscious but is also cut neatly and maintained at the correct height and density for the setting and in line with the way the space is used. Sports fields, for example, require very specific services from our grounds maintenance Essex team, while domestic and private gardens tend to favour a slightly denser lawn compared with these pitches and fields. The point we’re trying to make is that the perfect lawn depends on what you want your outside space to be used for. With that in mind, we’ve created this blog sharing just a handful of tips to achieve a picture-perfect lawn – with our team able to deliver a range of services designed to meet your specific needs. Select the right grass seed for your setting and soil type We’re starting with the one tip that most people completely overlook – and that’s the importance of grass seed and soil type when trying to grow and nurture the perfect lawn. Knowing the pH level of your soil is key to successfully growing even and consistent grass which does not sprout in patches, while knowing the best type of grass for your region of the UK is key to supporting healthy growth. Once you are confident in your grass seed choices and feel that your soil is ready for planting, you need to make sure that you sow seeds evenly and densely – otherwise, again, you will end up with a patchy lawn. Border your lawn with plants and flower beds One of the best ways of making your lawn look its very best is to outline the edges with border plants and flower beds. Rather than allowing your lawn to simple peter out at the boundary of your property or site, creating some form of edging delivers a well maintained and clean aesthetic – not to mention it presents the perfect opportunity to plant some of your favourite flowers and native plants. TOP TIP: If flower beds are too difficult or you need to create lots of safe and secure walkways for a commercial or public space, you could also consider lining the outside of your lawn with paving slabs. Hire a professional grounds maintenance team Does anything mentioned in this article make you feel a bit unsure, or like you might not be green-fingered enough to properly care for your lawn? That’s where the Essex Tree Brothers come in. Working with clients from all walks of life, and across sites large and small, we are proud to provide support with lawn planting and ongoing maintenance – including sowing, mowing, and more. With access to the best equipment and technical innovations, all of which are designed to streamline the garden and outside maintenance experience for our team and clients, we offer an unrivalled service in Essex and beyond. Get in touch to find out more. Share on FacebookTweetFollow usSave For the Home