Lawn scarifying
My lawn is thick with thatch and moss. When is the best time to scarify? and what is the process? Do I cut first (not been cut this year yet), how long after scarifying can I / should I apply weed and feed. Anything else I need to consider?
Thanks in advance.
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From what I ve researched on line, here’s the sequence of things:
1. Apply some moss killer and leave for a few days.
2. Cut the lawn on a dry~ish day.
3. If needed, Sweep away all the leaves & debris.
4. Scarify with a spring tine rake.
5. Aerate
6. Topdress (incl. Fertiliser)
7. Over seed
8. Water
I am waiting till April, when the temp is a bit better and some rain clouds around. Good Luck!
It has the benefit of getting everything growing, including weeds, and it then means the weed and feed is more effective. The grass gets an early boost, especially when the moss has taken over a bit. Mine looks largely moss at this time of year
I like a reasonable area of grass though, so it comes down to personal preference re treatment. I don't have a big garden, and as long as the front 'grass' looks relatively tidy, I don't mind, so I don't go overboard with treatment. Some years it gets nothing other than regular cutting.