Forget your watering can – ‘spoon-feeding’ method will bring your parched lawn back to life this summer

BRITS may have been enjoying a summer basking in the sun but hosepipe bans have taken a toll on lawns. There is, however, a little-known method that could transform your yellowing grass into a lush oasis once again. Gardens can be revitalised thanks to a simple method Credit: Photos by R A Kearton The hot weather this summer has taken its toll on lawns across the country Credit: Imagesines Nothing says unsightly garden quite like dry, yellow patches of lawn. And, as this dry spell continues throughout the UK amid hosepipe bans, you can’t rely on the rain to revitalise your garden. Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! However, there is help at hand, and it’s a surprisingly simple process. It’s called “spoon-feeding fertilisation”, and experts regard this as the best lawn-feeding method for keeping your grass healthy and green all-year round. It involves doing exactly what its says – literally “spoon feeding” small amounts of fertiliser on your garden regularly. It’s recommended to drop no more than 0.5 lbs of nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft every 4-6 weeks. There are downsides to the process, however, as outlined in a blog post by the experts at Evergreen Outdoor Services. The major downside is the frequency of applying the fertilizer to a lawn. Most read in The Sun “Staying on a consistent schedule is crucial,” they added. “Missed applications can disrupt nutrient availability and impact overall lawn health.” Gardeners should water their lawn lightly right after fertilising – just enough to wet the soil. Aim to do this consistently every 4–6 weeks and enjoy a healthy, green, and strong lawn. Comment now