Three Essential Lawn Care Tips for Autumn

As the cooler months approach, now is the perfect time to get your lawn in top shape for autumn and beyond. With the right care, you can prevent weeds and pests while ensuring your grass stays strong and healthy. Here are three essential lawn care products to help you maintain a lush, green lawn this season.

Preventative Products: Stay Ahead of Weeds and Pests

Over the years, innovative preventative products have made lawn care much easier, particularly pre-emergent herbicides for weed control and Acelepryn technology for grub prevention. If your lawn has been affected by Winter Grass or Armyworm in the past, now is the time to act before these issues arise again.

Pre-Emergent Herbicides for Weed Control

Pre-emergent herbicides like Oxafert 3kg and Oxafert Plus 20kg target weed seedlings before they germinate, stopping them before they take over your lawn. Winter Grass, for example, drops seeds into the soil during winter, which remain dormant until temperatures drop again in autumn. By applying a pre-emergent herbicide before the temperatures cool, you can prevent these weeds from growing altogether.

For best results, apply Oxafert 3kg, which covers up to 100m², or Oxafert Plus 20kg for larger lawns, just before the cooler weather sets in mid-autumn.

Acelepryn for Grub Prevention

Lawn grubs and Armyworms can devastate your lawn in a matter of days. Fortunately, Grub Guard Ultimate, an Acelepryn-based insecticide, provides up to six months of protection against these pests. By applying Grub Guard Ultimate in March/April and again in September/October, you can effectively keep lawn-damaging grubs at bay.

Unlike traditional insecticides, Acelepryn is one of the safest options available, making it safe to use around pets, bees, birds, and earthworms while still offering superior pest control.

Fertilising Your Lawn in Autumn

Fertilising in autumn is essential to strengthen your lawn before winter. With temperatures still warm in March, your lawn continues to grow and repair itself. Applying a quality fertiliser now will help address nutrient deficiencies and encourage strong root development before the colder months arrive.

Choosing the Right Fertiliser

• Lawn Solutions Premium Fertiliser: This fertiliser offers both fast and slow-release granules, giving your lawn an instant boost while continuing to feed it for 12 weeks. Available in 4kg and 10kg buckets, it ensures sustained growth and resilience.
• Pro Plus Mini Prill Fertiliser: With a controlled-release formula, this fertiliser provides nutrients over 90 days, delivering a steady supply of essential minerals. Its mini prill granules penetrate deep into the soil, making it ideal for manicured, short-cut lawns.

Maintaining a Healthy Lawn Throughout Autumn

To maximise the benefits of these products, follow these simple maintenance tips:

• Mow regularly but avoid cutting your lawn too short, as this can stress the grass before winter.
• Water efficiently, particularly after applying fertilisers or herbicides, to help the nutrients penetrate the soil.
• Monitor for pests and weeds, even after applying preventative treatments, and take action as needed.

By using the right products at the right time, your lawn will stay healthy and resilient through autumn and into winter. Get your Oxafert, Grub Guard Ultimate, and fertilisers today and give your lawn the best start to the season!

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