I sat my lawn during the summer. The green patch was where top soil was heaped during construction. The rest of the lawn looks lacking in nutrients. Should I put some fertiliser on it or will it green up over time?
by Firm-Perspective2326
Gardening Ireland
5 Comments
I’d say wait until spring and fertilise it then, not going to be much more growing in the grass this year.. although it is mild at the moment
Don’t cut it on the lowest setting on the lawnmower .
No
At 5 grams a shot it will take a few months
Now is actually a good time to apply a fertiliser, especially one that’s higher in potassium and phosphorus. This will help strengthen the roots going into winter and ensure better growth come spring. Avoid high nitrogen fertilisers at this stage, as they can promote growth that won’t harden off before frost, leading to damage.
Also, make sure your grass isn’t cut too short—around 5-7 cm is ideal going into the colder months. Leaving it too short can weaken it, and it may struggle through winter.
Here’s a bit of information in what to do in autumn
https://fairybushlandscaping.ie/autumn-lawn-care-guide/