Caring for your Roses this Winter WINTER LAWN CARE

As the winter months draw nearer in Australia, it’s important to start preparing your lawn for the cooler weather. Caring for your lawn during winter can be tricky but taking the right steps can help ensure that your grass remains healthy and vibrant throughout the cooler months.

The most important thing you can do to ensure your lawn remains healthy during winter is to keep it properly hydrated. During winter, grass growth slows down and the grass needs less water. However, it’s still important to keep your lawn hydrated in order to prevent it from drying out and becoming damaged. Water your lawn thoroughly once a week and make sure to water deeply to ensure the water reaches the roots. This will help to keep the grass healthy and will also help prevent weeds from taking root. It’s also important to make sure you keep your lawn mowed during winter. Keeping your grass trimmed will help to reduce the amount of water it needs and will also help to control weeds. Mowing your lawn during winter should be done less frequently, with a longer cutting height, to help keep the grass healthy.

It’s also important to fertilise your lawn during winter. This will help to make sure the grass is getting the nutrients it needs to stay healthy. Fertilising your lawn will also help to encourage new growth, which can help to keep your lawn looking lush and green during the winter months.

Finally, it’s important to aerate your lawn during winter. Aerating your lawn can help to improve drainage and help the soil to retain more moisture. This will help to keep your lawn healthy and will also help to control weeds.

Caring for your lawn during winter in Australia may seem like a daunting task, but following these simple tips can help ensure that your grass stays healthy and vibrant throughout the cooler months. By keeping your lawn properly hydrated, mowing regularly, fertilising, and aerating, you can help to keep your lawn looking lush and green all year round.

Grape Expectations by Max Crus

Max Crus is a Clarence Valley-based wine writer and Grape Expectations is now in its 26th year of publication. Find out more about Max or sign up for his weekly reviews and musings by visiting maxcrus.com.au