Scarifying and leveling out unevenness - this is how it works
The lawnmower is used for the first stage in the beauty program. mowing The green area at the lowest level. Then scarify the lawn lengthways and crossways to comb out all weeds and moss. The Scarifier(€ 98.00 at Amazon *)place Please enter a depth between 2 and 4 mm. Sweep the clippings with the Rake completely off.
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The scarified lawn not only reveals all the bare spots, but also brings bumps to light at the same time. With a mix of sifted garden soil and sand in a ratio of 2: 1, you can even out the bumps.
Skillful overseeding guide - how to do it right
It is beneficial if you Lawn seeds the original sowing have in stock. Alternatively, the specialist trade offers special seed mixtures such as 'Loretta repair lawn seeds' or 'Neudorff seamless'. How to sow correctly:
- Gritter adjust to the manufacturer's recommended distribution density
- Lawn seeds in the Gritter Pour in and mix thoroughly by hand
- One Lawn roller Slide over the seed for good soil contact
You can also scatter lawn seeds by hand. To better estimate the seed density, weigh a handful of seeds beforehand. Please distribute the seeds in two directions - first lengthways, then crossways. Once you have established the necessary ground contact, irrigate the lawn area thoroughly.
Aftercare
After scarifying and overseeding, keep the lawn slightly moist at all times to protect the seedlings from drought stress. If the weather is dry, irrigate the re-sown green area daily in the early morning or in the evening. The lawn receives the first cut at a height of 8 to 10 cm.
Tips
The time window is open between April and September to scarify a moss-covered lawn. However, the scarifier should remain in the shed when there is rained Has. Treating wet lawns with the sharp scarifying blades leaves a swamp desert that cannot be repaired by simply overseeding.