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  1. ric1982

    Land drain before lawn

    Most of what i did was field work, so most of the time it was 20ton + loads of limestone, one field we did we ordered over a 100 tons, so times we didn't have enough and sometimes we had more but...
    Most of what i did was field work, so most of the time it was 20ton + loads of limestone, one field we did we ordered over a 100 tons, so times we didn't have enough and sometimes we had more but then that was put into the gate ways of the fieldsIt will depened on how wide/long/deep you dig...
    Most of what i did was field work, so most of the time it was 20ton + loads of limestone, one field we did we ordered over a 100 tons, so times we didn't have enough and sometimes we had more but then that was put into the gate ways of the...
    Most of what i did was field work, so most of the time it was 20ton + loads of limestone, one field we did we ordered over a 100 tons, so times we didn't have enough and sometimes we had more but...
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  2. ric1982

    Topsoil for new lawn

    Going by that description I would call it organic garden mulch, its certainly not top soil. If your on face book, type "top soil" in the search bar, in the filters put your location and distance,...
    Going by that description I would call it organic garden mulch, its certainly not top soil. If your on face book, type "top soil" in the search bar, in the filters put your location and distance, you might find someone local.
    Going by that description I would call it organic garden mulch, its certainly not top soil. If your on face book, type "top soil" in the search bar, in the filters put your location and distance, you might find someone local.
    Going by that description I would call it organic garden mulch, its certainly not top soil. If your on face book, type "top soil" in the search bar, in the filters put your location and distance,...
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  3. ricky101

    Which Lawn Seed ?

    Tricky question! Skip the rye as you probably already have it, go for the slender bladed types often found in the 'luxury' mixes
    Tricky question! Skip the rye as you probably already have it, go for the slender bladed types often found in the 'luxury' mixes
    Tricky question! Skip the rye as you probably already have it, go for the slender bladed types often found in the 'luxury' mixes
    Tricky question! Skip the rye as you probably already have it, go for the slender bladed types often found in the 'luxury' mixes
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  4. ric1982

    Ordering Topsoil in advance

    The topsoil shouldn't really care if it sits in the bags for a few weeks. You might get a decline in microbiological activity and some of the worms (if there are any in it) might die because they...
    The topsoil shouldn't really care if it sits in the bags for a few weeks. You might get a decline in microbiological activity and some of the worms (if there are any in it) might die because they are trapped in a non-ideal climate, but otherwise there won't be a lot of change in soil...
    The topsoil shouldn't really care if it sits in the bags for a few weeks. You might get a decline in microbiological activity and some of the worms (if there are any in it) might die because they are trapped in a non-ideal climate, but otherwise...
    The topsoil shouldn't really care if it sits in the bags for a few weeks. You might get a decline in microbiological activity and some of the worms (if there are any in it) might die because they...
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  5. Chalk&Cheese

    Lawn repair by newbie

    Being on chalk myself, I don't think you have too much of an issue with compaction or drainage, but the aeration will sort that out if you think there is. A quick summary would be Hollow...
    Being on chalk myself, I don't think you have too much of an issue with compaction or drainage, but the aeration will sort that out if you think there is. A quick summary would be Hollow tine Overseed heavily. You're feeding the birds as well A quick scarify top dress 50/50. Too much sand on...
    Being on chalk myself, I don't think you have too much of an issue with compaction or drainage, but the aeration will sort that out if you think there is. A quick summary would be Hollow tine Overseed heavily. You're feeding the birds as well A...
    Being on chalk myself, I don't think you have too much of an issue with compaction or drainage, but the aeration will sort that out if you think there is. A quick summary would be Hollow...
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  6. paultall90

    lawn care order help please

    You' re welcome
    You' re welcome
    You' re welcome
    You' re welcome
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  7. Lee Crawford

    Help with my lawn

    i will be using westland aftercut all in onebut first I will give it a light cut the next fine day as suggested then leave it 3 days as "flounder" recommends before applying. the job on the...
    i will be using westland aftercut all in onebut first I will give it a light cut the next fine day as suggested then leave it 3 days as "flounder" recommends before applying. the job on the cards for this weekend is to core aerate.Thanks for all your help
    i will be using westland aftercut all in onebut first I will give it a light cut the next fine day as suggested then leave it 3 days as "flounder" recommends before applying. the job on the cards for this weekend is to core aerate.Thanks for...
    i will be using westland aftercut all in onebut first I will give it a light cut the next fine day as suggested then leave it 3 days as "flounder" recommends before applying. the job on the...
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  8. Trigger

    Black spots on lawn

    To be honest probes are used for rough ideas, normally a soil sample test is best but on a site that can work out expensive as you are testing different areas. That way you can find out what’s...
    To be honest probes are used for rough ideas, normally a soil sample test is best but on a site that can work out expensive as you are testing different areas. That way you can find out what’s best to apply but I only have a few customers that go to that degree. Soil pH Meter | Agronomy Tools |...
    To be honest probes are used for rough ideas, normally a soil sample test is best but on a site that can work out expensive as you are testing different areas. That way you can find out what’s best to apply but I only have a few customers that go...
    To be honest probes are used for rough ideas, normally a soil sample test is best but on a site that can work out expensive as you are testing different areas. That way you can find out what’s...
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  9. Tripster1050

    Help with lawn

    I've used nematodes in the past. They certainly worked - the crane flies weren't around in anything like the same numbers the year after.
    I've used nematodes in the past. They certainly worked - the crane flies weren't around in anything like the same numbers the year after.
    I've used nematodes in the past. They certainly worked - the crane flies weren't around in anything like the same numbers the year after.
    I've used nematodes in the past. They certainly worked - the crane flies weren't around in anything like the same numbers the year after.
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  10. Fredas

    Woodchip path over lawn

    Got around to laying the cardboard, making sure it was wet and laying the Woodchip.cannot wait to see what it looks like in 18-24 months.needs to sort of the flower boarders and make sure...
    Got around to laying the cardboard, making sure it was wet and laying the Woodchip.cannot wait to see what it looks like in 18-24 months.needs to sort of the flower boarders and make sure the Woodchip does not overflow to much.
    Got around to laying the cardboard, making sure it was wet and laying the Woodchip.cannot wait to see what it looks like in 18-24 months.needs to sort of the flower boarders and make sure the Woodchip does not overflow to much.
    Got around to laying the cardboard, making sure it was wet and laying the Woodchip.cannot wait to see what it looks like in 18-24 months.needs to sort of the flower boarders and make sure...
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  11. wajray45

    New Lawnmower needed, Recommendations please...

    Can't say I've used that model , maybe the Toro recycler maybe is a better fit slightly larger ? Can't go wrong with a honda engine and a few other manufactures have them on also mountfeild -...
    Can't say I've used that model , maybe the Toro recycler maybe is a better fit slightly larger ? Can't go wrong with a honda engine and a few other manufactures have them on also mountfeild - stiga - rover , honda izy seem to be good for a while but if the budget would stretch a bit further a...
    Can't say I've used that model , maybe the Toro recycler maybe is a better fit slightly larger ? Can't go wrong with a honda engine and a few other manufactures have them on also mountfeild - stiga - rover , honda izy seem to be good for a while...
    Can't say I've used that model , maybe the Toro recycler maybe is a better fit slightly larger ? Can't go wrong with a honda engine and a few other manufactures have them on also mountfeild -...
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  12. ric1982

    Laying new lawn over 'difficult' ground

    Thanks @noisette47 @DianneW , I guess its now waiting game.The waterlogging wasnt an issue until I dig it up last year. Or it may be it was an issue but it wasnt visible on the surfce. I think...
    Thanks @noisette47 @DianneW , I guess its now waiting game.The waterlogging wasnt an issue until I dig it up last year. Or it may be it was an issue but it wasnt visible on the surfce. I think part of the problem is that there is a large chunk of earth missing from the garden area now which...
    Thanks @noisette47 @DianneW , I guess its now waiting game.The waterlogging wasnt an issue until I dig it up last year. Or it may be it was an issue but it wasnt visible on the surfce. I think part of the problem is that there is a large chunk...
    Thanks @noisette47 @DianneW , I guess its now waiting game.The waterlogging wasnt an issue until I dig it up last year. Or it may be it was an issue but it wasnt visible on the surfce. I think...
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  13. Dom L

    New build garden - draining advice before laying turf

    Dig some experimental holes, quite deep. The ground will likely be compacted from all the building work and you might also have a load of builders waste under the surface. You can easily alleviate...
    Dig some experimental holes, quite deep. The ground will likely be compacted from all the building work and you might also have a load of builders waste under the surface. You can easily alleviate the compaction through digging but going at least a spit down (spade blade length)
    Dig some experimental holes, quite deep. The ground will likely be compacted from all the building work and you might also have a load of builders waste under the surface. You can easily alleviate the compaction through digging but going at least...
    Dig some experimental holes, quite deep. The ground will likely be compacted from all the building work and you might also have a load of builders waste under the surface. You can easily alleviate...
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  14. Mane

    lawn moss

    It depends on the area you live in whether you can apply moss killer now Mane. Here in the Highlands it wouldn't be a consideration before the end of March.It would be helpful please if you...
    It depends on the area you live in whether you can apply moss killer now Mane. Here in the Highlands it wouldn't be a consideration before the end of March.It would be helpful please if you placed your area in your avatar box. Other members can then see at a glance where in the country you...
    It depends on the area you live in whether you can apply moss killer now Mane. Here in the Highlands it wouldn't be a consideration before the end of March.It would be helpful please if you placed your area in your avatar box. Other members...
    It depends on the area you live in whether you can apply moss killer now Mane. Here in the Highlands it wouldn't be a consideration before the end of March.It would be helpful please if you...
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  15. Robert1976

    Repair and refurb lawn over winter

    Way too late to spray now due to temperatures.herbicides should be used when the plants are in full growth so spraying chemicals or applying them when performance is projected to be low is not...
    Way too late to spray now due to temperatures.herbicides should be used when the plants are in full growth so spraying chemicals or applying them when performance is projected to be low is not great.its worth noting that if the grass plant is weak the herbicide can damage the plant.
    Way too late to spray now due to temperatures.herbicides should be used when the plants are in full growth so spraying chemicals or applying them when performance is projected to be low is not great.its worth noting that if the grass plant is...
    Way too late to spray now due to temperatures.herbicides should be used when the plants are in full growth so spraying chemicals or applying them when performance is projected to be low is not...
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  16. Dave Keenan

    Lawn Damaged

    With the benefit of hindsight, I'm going to suggest not getting there in the first place. Workmen generally don't have much respect for the area around them. A few OSB or cheap ply 8x4 boards can...
    With the benefit of hindsight, I'm going to suggest not getting there in the first place. Workmen generally don't have much respect for the area around them. A few OSB or cheap ply 8x4 boards can help save your high-traffic areas, and sit at the back of the garage when not needed.Of course...
    With the benefit of hindsight, I'm going to suggest not getting there in the first place. Workmen generally don't have much respect for the area around them. A few OSB or cheap ply 8x4 boards can help save your high-traffic areas, and sit at the...
    With the benefit of hindsight, I'm going to suggest not getting there in the first place. Workmen generally don't have much respect for the area around them. A few OSB or cheap ply 8x4 boards can...
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  17. Brian20

    Levellers or Lutes

    Lute chap here too. Handy tools as well as the mesh wire systems called dragmats for seeding but they are expensive but can be found at reasonable amounts from trade suppliers. Fine if you are...
    Lute chap here too. Handy tools as well as the mesh wire systems called dragmats for seeding but they are expensive but can be found at reasonable amounts from trade suppliers. Fine if you are into lawns but for a home owner it might be an over kill. They are mostly used in the sports industry...
    Lute chap here too. Handy tools as well as the mesh wire systems called dragmats for seeding but they are expensive but can be found at reasonable amounts from trade suppliers. Fine if you are into lawns but for a home owner it might be an over...
    Lute chap here too. Handy tools as well as the mesh wire systems called dragmats for seeding but they are expensive but can be found at reasonable amounts from trade suppliers. Fine if you are...
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  18. daveyB9523

    Hearing protection for lawn mowing

    I've got 3M Peltor ear defenders which were very cheap as I found them in some woodland.Unfortunately they weren't the high end models that permit low level sounds (such as speech) to pass...
    I've got 3M Peltor ear defenders which were very cheap as I found them in some woodland.Unfortunately they weren't the high end models that permit low level sounds (such as speech) to pass through so you can hold a conversation until you start up your brushcutter, chainsaw etc. when it will...
    I've got 3M Peltor ear defenders which were very cheap as I found them in some woodland.Unfortunately they weren't the high end models that permit low level sounds (such as speech) to pass through so you can hold a conversation until you start...
    I've got 3M Peltor ear defenders which were very cheap as I found them in some woodland.Unfortunately they weren't the high end models that permit low level sounds (such as speech) to pass...
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  19. Lou55

    Does this look like topsoil please?

    If you check out the forum thread in off topic, 'Your day (apart from gardening) what took place' You'll see appropriate discussions Guy ;)
    If you check out the forum thread in off topic, 'Your day (apart from gardening) what took place' You'll see appropriate discussions Guy ;)
    If you check out the forum thread in off topic, 'Your day (apart from gardening) what took place' You'll see appropriate discussions Guy ;)
    If you check out the forum thread in off topic, 'Your day (apart from gardening) what took place' You'll see appropriate discussions Guy ;)
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  20. HarryS

    What cordless lawnmower?

    Great stuff HarryS. I had a little Bosch one that lasted 6 years of throwing it about doing awkward lawns and went pop in the end with smoke! Can’t complain, it worked hard. Can’t go wrong for...
    Great stuff HarryS. I had a little Bosch one that lasted 6 years of throwing it about doing awkward lawns and went pop in the end with smoke! Can’t complain, it worked hard. Can’t go wrong for £280, should be just right for your needs.
    Great stuff HarryS. I had a little Bosch one that lasted 6 years of throwing it about doing awkward lawns and went pop in the end with smoke! Can’t complain, it worked hard. Can’t go wrong for £280, should be just right for your needs.
    Great stuff HarryS. I had a little Bosch one that lasted 6 years of throwing it about doing awkward lawns and went pop in the end with smoke! Can’t complain, it worked hard. Can’t go wrong for...
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