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You can sow grass seed when temperatures are 10 degrees and above consistently during the day and at night. Before sowing, check these temperatures are forecast in your area for at least two weeks. Do not sow in flood, frost, snow or extremely hot conditions. With this in mind, typically the best times to sow are Spring or Autumn, and in most parts of the UK you can confidently sow from April right through to September.

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Most grass seed will sprout within 10 days of being sown – if sown in the correct conditions for growth. This means sowing when temperatures are 10 degrees and above, with good weather forecast for the following two weeks.

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If sown in the correct conditions, your lawn should be fully grown at the 6-8 week mark when your grass is hitting heights of 5 – 7cm.

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You should water a newly sown lawn once a day, everyday, for 6 weeks avoiding when it is raining. Our UK weather will do a good job of watering an existing lawn for most of the year – but during a drought you should aim to water deeply between 10-14 days apart to help your grass’ root system to build resilience.

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The best way to learn how to overseed an existing lawn is by using our video guide / step by step pictorial guide. You can also scan the QR code on the back of your bag that will take you directly to this link. Alternatively, you can learn by reading our steps below. 

Before sowing, have a look at the weather forecast for your area. Temperatures need to be 10 degrees and above consistently for at least two weeks for your grass seed to grow.
Do not sow in flood, frost, snow or extremely hot conditions. This means that typically the best times to sow grass seed are in Spring and Autumn.

• Step One: Your first step is to remove all weeds. For a small amount of weeds use a garden trowel or weedkiller. For lots of weeds use a Feed, Weed and Moss Killer product such as our 3 IN 1 Lawn Rescue https://icanlawn.com/3-in-1-lawn-rescue which will feed your lawn and remove weeds at the same time. If there are no weeds, you should still use a pre-seed lawn feed such as our Pre-Seed First Feed https://icanlawn.com/pre-seed-first-feed to give the soil the nutrients it needs for growth.

• Step Two: Your second step is to create a fine level seedbed. Use a garden fork to spike your soil and dig it over, you should do this to a depth of 20-25cm. Rake the area out to level. If you have lots of dips or the soil quality is poor, you can add top soil to these areas. Think of your seedbed like cake batter, we don’t want any lumps, clumps or bumps – so remove rocks or stones as they appear.

• Step Three: Your third step is to sow the seed. Sow the seed at a rate of 50g per m2. You can do this by hand or by using a seed spreader. When sowing by hand, measure out a metre squared using bamboo canes or string. Measure out 50g of seed at a time in a cup and go back for more seed when you need it. Scatter the seed from side-to-side widthways and lengthways to get good coverage. Your seed needs space to grow and shouldn’t be in a heaped pile.

• Step Four: Your fourth step is to firm in and water. Walk across your seedbed with your feet, firming the seed in. This will help it to embed and grow. At icanlawn.com we call this the penguin shuffle! Water your lawn everyday for 6 weeks after sowing, you can avoid doing this on days where it rains.

• Step Five: Your fifth step is to keep birds at bay. This may or may not be an issue for you, but if you find there are birds surrounding your seed, we have a few tips on how to protect it. Cover your seed with a tarpaulin or net covering in the first few days after sowing or use old CDs to deter them. Alternatively, you can provide some bird food to distract them from your seed!

• Step Six: Your sixth and final step is to give your lawn its first mow. Your lawn will be ready for its first mow when it reaches 5-7cm in height, which is typically around the 6-8 week mark. For the first mow cut your lawn on the highest setting, you can lower this after.
To keep your lawn healthy we recommend regularly and seasonally feeding it https://icanlawn.com/choose-best-lawn-food/and remove moss and weeds as they appear.

At a minimum you should aim to feed your lawn twice a year – once in autumn and once in spring. It is always best to use a lawn food that works over a longer period of time so you don’t overfeed your lawn with too many treatments. However, if you need a lawn feed for a specific reason, for example a quick fix to green up your lawn, a boost before seeding or you need to kill off weeds and moss – then a lawn food that works over a shorter period of time is recommended. Depending on the product, you can apply lawn food from March right through to October.

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At the beginning of spring, you should apply a spring / summer feed such as our All Summer Long that lasts up to 4 months and helps to keep your lawn green, weed and disease free. As we approach autumn, you should apply an autumn / winter feed such as our Winter Remedy that also lasts 4 months to protect your lawn from frost and snow. Our All Natural Nutriboost can be used in both Spring and Autumn and is 100% organic. The combination of these treatments keeps your lawn fed for 8 months of the year. Between November to February, your lawn is considered dormant so there is no need to feed your lawn during this time.

There may be times when you require an additional lawn feed to do a specific job for you. Our 3 IN 1 Lawn Rescue completes three jobs in one to kill off weeds and moss and feed and green your lawn.

If you have little weeds or moss and want your lawn to be fabulously green - fast, our Oh So Green six-week treatment will give you the quick fix you need.

For sowing a new lawn or overseeding an existing one, our Pre-Seed First Feed contains all the necessary nutrients to get your new grass off to a flying start.

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Feeding your lawn helps to keep it healthy. Lawn food is packed full of all the good stuff your lawn needs to stay in tip top condition. Once you’ve picked the best lawn food for your needs, it’s time to learn how to use it.

Step 1: Read the instructions

All lawn food is made up of chemicals, so no matter what lawn food product you use – always read the instructions and do not apply lawn food and lawn seed at the same time. The instructions for our Lawn Food products can be found on the product label, or by scanning the QR code on your product bag.

Step 2: Store correctly  

You should store your lawn food in a cool and dry environment out of reach from kids and pets when not in use.

Step 3: Apply the lawn food

Scatter the lawn food at the recommended rate by hand when wearing a glove, or by using a spreader.

Step 4: Water the lawn food

Most lawn food for use at home comes in granular form. Water the lawn food granules in until they dissolve, and you cannot see them on the surface of your lawn. You should keep kids and pets away from the lawn during application and until the granules dissolve.

Remove and water off any footwear you were wearing during the application of the lawn food to avoid any risk of damage to patios.

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Whatever lawn food product you use, you should always make sure to wait the suggested time before applying any more. For example, if your lawn feed lasts for 16 weeks - you should allow it to work on your lawn for this amount of time before applying another product. 

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Weeds and moss can appear on your lawn at any time. Even the best cared-for lawn can have the odd weed. Thankfully, weeds and moss can be removed easily and in various ways!

The easiest way to learn how to get rid of weeds and moss is to check out our video guide here.

Dig the soil to remove roots

If your lawn has only a few weeds, these can be dug up using a garden trowel, making sure to remove all roots. Or you can use a selective weedkiller to target these directly.

Scarify or rake the soil to remove moss

Scarifying or raking the soil using a rake or electric scarifier can help remove moss – this may be a temporary solution if your lawn is vulnerable to moss due to shade or water retention.

Removing using Feed, Weed and Mosskiller

An alternative way to remove both weeds and moss that appear throughout your lawn is to use a Feed Weed and Moss Killer product, such as our 3 IN 1 Lawn Rescue.

To keep both weeds and moss at bay, take action as they begin to appear. You can also keep your lawn healthy by regularly feeding it.

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You should cut your wildflower meadow at the end of its flowering period. Using a strimmer or garden shears, cut your meadow down to 7cm in height and leave the flower heads to stay on your soil surface. Firm them in by foot to help their seedheads go back into the soil to encourage your meadow to come back again next year.

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The best times to sow wildflower seed are in autumn and spring. An autumn sow will bring spring blooms and a spring sow will produce summer blooms. You can sow in between these seasons but avoid sowing wildflowers from November to February when there is a risk of frozen soil.

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This depends on where you are planning to sow your wildflowers. For a shaded area, we recommend sowing our Shade Showcase mix as it contains the best wildflowers for growing in these conditions. For clay soils, Clay Display wildflowers will tolerate the wetness of winter clay soils and dryness of summer clay soils. For normal soil conditions with no shade, Bees Please or Hi Butterfly will bring a bevy of beautiful blooms that are great for pollinators in spring and summer and excellent for wildlife in winter. For a full flower bed, Absolutely Annuals is made up of 100% wildflowers that makes a real showpiece in your garden.

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Our recommendation is that you do not try to sow wildflower seed into an existing lawn. For your sowing to be successful, the area should be clear of grass, weeds or any other flora. The best way to prepare your wildflower area for sowing is to follow the steps in our How To guide.

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Wildflower meadows are easy to sow and grow and bring a vibrant burst of colour and amazing variety to your garden beds and borders – not to mention a hive of activity from busy bees and butterflies.

Knowing how to create a wildflower meadow not only gives you the confidence to fill your garden with bright colours and sweet-smelling flowers, but it helps you enjoy the process of seeing it all come together! Whilst they are low maintenance and don’t require the same amount of preening and feeding that typical garden flora does, they do need a little bit of prep work to make them bloom beautifully!

So, keep reading for our helpful guide on how to create a wildflower meadow!

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