Lawn Care and Garden Advice

Why Do You Need A High Nitrogen Fertiliser?

Why Do You Need A High Nitrogen Fertiliser?

1st May 2024
For healthy lawns and plants, fertiliser is an important addition, especially during spring growth - but what are fertilisers made of?All fertilisers (or fertilizers) come with with an NPK ratio (nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium) which tells you how much of each of these important nutrients are present in the feed.Nitrogen…

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Which Fertiliser Do You Need?

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…

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9 Top Tips to Save Money in your Garden in Hot Weather

9 Top Tips to Save Money in your Garden in Hot Weather

14th July 2022
As we head deeper into summer and we find ourselves potentially facing more heatwaves, keeping your garden well-watered can be a concern when also faced with rising costs in all areas of our lives. But it is possible to save money and keep your garden looking good.Don’t lay turf. As…

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Your Lawn and Garden in July

Your Lawn and Garden in July

1st July 2022
Lawn care in JulyJuly is often one of the warmer months of the year and, as such, will mean your garden and your lawn will be growing quickly. With this in mind, if you would like a well-maintained sward of green grass, it is important to continue to cut your…

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Top 7 reasons to use bark and bark mulch in your garden this summer:

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…

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ZEBA Water Retaining Granules

ZEBA Water Retaining Granules

1st May 2022
Save Water, Time and MoneyWith the current energy crisis and rise in the cost of household bills, combined with the recent dry spell, it might feel like a difficult task to ensure our gardens are kept watered and healthy. Our gardens can need a surprising amount of water to keep…

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Shrub Planting and Feeding

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…

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