3 easy ways to stop your lawn turning brown during a heatwave
Don't let the hot weather ruin your lawn
The UK heatwave is back, and whilst many of us are enjoying the sunshine, your lawn might not be feeling quite as happy. Rising temperatures and dry conditions can quickly turn healthy green grass into a brown mess if it's not looked after properly.
The good news is you don't need to spend hours working on your garden or invest in expensive products to help your lawn survive the heat. A few simple changes to how you water, mow and maintain your grass can make a big difference, and I've listed the three easiest things down below so you can get started.
1. Water your lawn at the right time
One of the biggest mistakes people make during a heatwave is watering their lawn at the hottest time of day. Just like with plants, much of that water can evaporate before it reaches the roots when temperatures are high.
Instead, water early in the morning or later in the evening when the sun is weaker and the soil has more time to absorb the moisture. A deeper watering less often is also better than a quick daily sprinkle, as it helps the grass develop stronger roots and cope better with dry conditions.
2. Raise your mower cutting height
During a heatwave, your lawn needs to hold onto as much moisture as possible, and one easy way to help is by raising the cutting height on your mower.
Whether you're using one of the best cordless mowers or the best robot mowers, cutting your grass too short can leave it more exposed to the sun and cause it to dry out faster. Keeping your grass slightly longer helps provide shade, reduces moisture loss and keeps your lawn healthier.
3. Avoid heavy lawn maintenance during extreme heat
When temperatures rise, your lawn is already under stress, so avoid putting it through too much extra work. Try to hold off on jobs like scarifying, heavy mowing or applying treatments until the weather cools down.
If you do need to mow, do it in the evening when it's cooler and avoid cutting too much grass at once. Leaving some grass clippings behind can also help, as they return moisture and nutrients back into the soil.
