Elixir Gardens Lawn Food/Feed Fertiliser Spring & Summer + Iron + Magnesium 2.5Kg | Treats 50sqm

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Coming in a 20 kg bag, you get plenty of fertiliser for quite a reasonable price – especially considering that it should be applied at a rate of 35 g/m². When applied carefully, one bag can cover an area of approximately 570 m² (for reference: a standard tennis court is 261 m²). The typical sowing rate for our premium grass seed is 35g per m², however for a brand new lawn, we suggest 50g per m². For a light boost to improve your lawn or for small touch ups, we suggest just 25g per m² to achieve a healthier appearance. Grass Seed Quantity If you have bare patches on the grass, and it’s coming up to winter, this is a good product to use to fill in the spaces and get a more even, balanced lawn without waiting until spring to fix the problem.

It’s recommended that you fertilise your lawn at least twice a year: once in the spring, and again in the autumn/winter. Springtime fertilisers contain a different composition of nutrients to winter fertilisers, which is why it’s important to use different products. A winter lawn fertiliser will contain ingredients that have been specifically chosen to protect your lawn from harsh winter weather, helping to prepare it for growth in the springtime. The fertiliser consists of relatively fine granules, so it can be a case of trial-and-error to make sure that they are applied at the recommended amount of 35 g/m². If you are using a spreader that is intended for larger granules, you will need to reduce the aperture accordingly.A pristine lawn requires year-round care and maintenance, and a winter lawn fertiliser can help give your grass the boost it needs when the temperature drops. Nitrogen is pretty vital during all stages of a plant’s growth. It’s one of the main components of chlorophyll, which helps plants convert the sun’s energy into food. Chlorophyll is also responsible for giving plants their green colour, so nitrogen can help grass get greener and healthier.

The granules are a reasonably uniform size, which helps achieve an even distribution when using a spreader – they don’t clog the machine. Unlike some fertilisers, this product doesn’t scorch the grass either, which is likely thanks to how easy it is to evenly apply. Contains added nitrogen for steady growth, phosphate and potash for even growth and with added magnesium and iron to green up your lawn. NPK: 12 – 3 – 9 + 0.5 Fe + 0.8 MgO A micro-granular formulation containing: Total Nitrogen (N) The best winter lawn fertilisers balance nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, providing the best ratio for grass to thrive. In a winter fertiliser, look for a high potassium content . This will help your grass grow stronger roots and stems ready to spring into action in the warmer months. For the control of broadleaved weed species and moss on lawns. MAPP 19012 Find our other LAWN FERTILISERS & WEED TREATMENTS here. Nitrogen 4%– This helps to gently feed but not over stimulate growth. Lowering Nitrogen maintains a feed supply to the lawn whilst being insufficient to stimulate an early, weak and disease susceptible growth.

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Together, these result in a product that can be used several times over autumn and winter to prepare grass in different ways for spring. It contains nitrogen and potassium, helping grass to stay resilient and strong over winter. In particular, potassium is useful to help grass withstand the damaging effects of frost and disease over the colder months. It is less common to find soil that is deficient in phosphorous than it is to find soil that is deficient in nitrogen. As a result, even some fertilisers that are aimed at winter use do not contain a high concentration of phosphorous (and some contain none at all). Potassium With an NPK ratio of 8-0-6, this is a low-phosphorous, high-nitrogen/potassium formula. Potassium is useful in autumn to improve the strength and resilience of plants, whilst nitrogen is more commonly used in spring to help with growth and the lush green appearance of the grass. It should ideally be applied between September and November, with a maximum of two applications per year.

Whether you’re looking to repair pesky thin or bare patches, improve your existing grass, or create a brand new lawn area, our seed blend is designed to produce a tough, durable lawn that is able to thrive under a number of conditions. This premium mix will deliver results that will last all year round while withstanding traffic, children, garden parties, sports and different weather types. The fertiliser contains seaweed which is a natural source of phosphorous and known to assist with soil aeration – improving drainage and avoiding problems associated with damp soil. In turn this improves the strength of roots, and the health of grass. Consider the fertiliser’s coverage area as well, to ensure you’re getting value for money. To give you a general idea, a 10kg bag will treat most medium/large domestic gardens . Use a spreader to ensure even application.

Soil aerating of the lawn to help to encourage the free passage of water & nutrients through the soil. Overall, it’s one of the best winter lawn fertilisers to buy on a budget. You get a generous amount of product for the price, and it will be sufficient to cover the majority of small/medium gardens. As well as aiding with photosynthesis, potassium helps plants store and use water efficiently; it can help make them less susceptible to drought. Depending on your grass type, lawn condition, and the time of year, your lawn will benefit from higher concentrations of certain elements than others.

Ensure the turf is healthy, weed, disease and pest free. This can be helped by fertilisation and regular maintenance. However, too much phosphorous in soil can also be problematic. Phosphorous can build up in the soil, and excessive amounts reduce a plant’s ability to take other vital nutrients from the soil. This is one of the reasons why it’s important not to overdo it on the phosphorous front. Large or perennial weeds may re-grow. Persistent weeds may require repeated treatments once new growth appears. Our recommendation for application is to start applying at 35g per sqm in mid-September and to continue this treatment every 6 to 8 weeks while the weather is colder.Made in co-operation with one of the UK’s leading fertiliser manufacturers, ensuring you are getting only the highest quality product. Prepare the soil – Loosen the top couple of inches of soil, remove debris, fertilise with a decent starter fertiliser, avoid using weed killers before and after sowing.