Lawn Care and Garden Advice
Wildflower Autumn Maintenance Cut
24th September 2024
As the weather changes and we move into Autumn we need to be thinking about our wildflower meadow.Now is the time for its essential cut. (From mid-September to early October).How to:1. Cut the wildflower back using a hedge trimmer, strimmer, or mower to 2-5cm height.2. Clear all the cuttings from…
Which Fertiliser Do You Need?
19th February 2024
It can be a little overwhelming when looking for the best fertiliser (or fertilizer) for the job at hand. But never fear, Sherborne Turf can help you work it out.The best all-rounder:If you’d like a multi-purpose fertiliser to do several different jobs, then our Stripy Green Fertiliser is perfect. Specifically…
Why Do You Need Compost?
9th February 2023
What is compost?In short, compost is recycled organic matter, such as garden or food waste, that is broken down over time to create a nutrient rich material that fertilises and adds value to soil.Our NEW All Purpose Compost is great for pottingWhat is the difference between soil, compost and mulch?Soil…
Should You "Leaf" It Alone?
25th October 2022
Here at Sherborne Turf, we like to keep our ear to the ground (albeit the slightly muddy, leaf-covered ground at the moment) and there is a lot of discussion about leaf clearance at this time of year with many left wondering: to rake or not to rake?There have been many…
Top 7 reasons to use bark and bark mulch in your garden this summer:
23rd June 2022
Top 7 reasons to use bark and bark mulch in your garden this summer:It saves you money. By protecting your plants, it will require less watering - saving you money on your water bill!*It helps to protect your plants from the heat of the summer sun. By putting bark around…
Time to Compost
10th March 2022
Why should you be using compost?Early spring and autumn are perfect times to be using compost in your garden, and if you want healthier plants, then compost is the way forward. It is fantastically useful in your garden or allotment, providing a wide range of benefits for both plants and…
Brilliant Uses For Aggregates In Your Garden
24th June 2021
Aggregates are not just a pretty face. With the recent changeable weather, they can be a huge help in your garden, dealing with issues such as excess water by improving drainage, as well as aiding your garden to deal with drought. This surprisingly versatile material can be a fun, and…
Shrub Planting and Feeding
1st February 2021
Traditionally trees and shrubs are planted anytime between October and April providing the ground isn’t waterlogged or frozen solid. Spring is the ideal time to fertilise shrubs just before the new growth begins as nitrogen fertiliser has the strongest effect on plants approximately one month after application. However, like most…
Treating Hard Surfaces
1st December 2020
Treating Hard SurfaceThe cold and damp winter months are not indicative of the ideal growing weather unless of course you are one of the following – algae, lichens, moss or liverworts which thrive on the hard surfaces located in damp shady areas courtesy of the more frequent mild wet winters…
