It’s Christmas time yet again, and the to-do list is stretched to breaking point. It’s your turn to host the Christmas get-together this year, which means guests by the carload are about to arrive at your place.
Sydney summers mean the backyard barbecue is the perfect solution for entertaining hungry Christmas guests. Is your lawn up to the task of hosting the post-Christmas lunch cricket match, or is it a bindy and weed-infested mess?
Use this easy Christmas lawn care guide for your buffalo turf, Sydney backyard to ensure your Christmas get-together hits for six this holiday.
1. Lawn Preparation
It’s summertime, and your grass will be loving the warm, humid days and regular summer storms. Unfortunately, weeds can threaten to ruin your perfectly manicured buffalo turf Sydney lawn. In the lead-up to Christmas, check your yard regularly for sprouting weeds.
Your job will be easier if you can spot the weeds before they have a chance to dig in deep. A bindi and grass treatment will also help you prevent a bindi outbreak before the big event.
2. De-Thatch Your Lawn
If you expect a lot of traffic on your lawn over Christmas, a de-thatch may be in order. De-thatching removes the spongy underlay and protects your grass from the extra duty compaction from all that cricket action.
3. Take the Mower Up a Notch
The hot Sydney sun can play havoc on your buffalo turf’s root system. Help keep the roots cooler by mowing a little higher during summer. This will keep the grass blades at a length that will throw a little shade on the root systems and prevent the soil from drying out.
Use a catcher on the last mow before the guests arrive, as this will prevent lawn clippings from getting tracked inside and be easier on your guests who may suffer from hay fever or allergies.
4. Water The Day Before
You can ensure your lawn is looking its best by giving it a good soaking a day or two before the guests arrive. Plus, it will give it time to dry out, ready for the big cricket match.
All Year Round Turf wants your Christmas to be perfect. Use these tips to create a lush, green buffalo turf Sydney lawn that will help make this Christmas the best one yet.
