Cooler weather slows lawn growth. Even warm-season lawns such as buffalo, couch, kikuyu and zoysia can lose colour, thin out or become patchy through winter. Shade, foot traffic, poor drainage and compacted soil can all add to the stress. When spring arrives, the lawn begins actively growing again. That is the best time to help it recover, because the grass can respond to feeding, mowing, watering and repair.

The best weed control starts before weeds take over. Spray visible weeds while they are small and actively growing, choose calm and dry weather, and avoid mowing for 2 to 3 days before and after spraying. Use pre-emergents such as suitable granular products before seasonal weed germination, and use post-emergents for weeds already in the lawn.

A lawn edger does not replace every trimming tool. It simply does the border job better. After edging, a whipper snipper can tidy the remaining grass around objects the edger cannot reach. It can trim under shrubs, around letterboxes, along fence bases and beside uneven features. Many people get the best finish by using both tools in sequence.

It's tempting to think of mowing as that annoying task you fit in between binge-watching your favourite shows, but an erratic mowing schedule can sabotage all your other lawn-loving efforts. Here's why sticking to a regular mowing routine is crucial, and how to master the art of mowing like a pro.

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