Is it time to feed yet ?

Lawn seems a little slow getting going and I read that feeding to early can do harm. So my question please is is it time for the first feed ?

Thanks !

Charlie.

 

I like to give the lawn three cuts before I feed Charlie, then I'm sure it's under way. If you're having drought conditions then don't feed, it'll put to much strain on the grass and may even burn it. I haven't had rain here for weeks and my grass is starting to turn brown so there is no way I'll be feeding or weed killing for some while.

 

Thanks ! Excellent information which I shall remember ..

 

I've just finished feeding mine . I feed from mid April , unless its very dry.

 

I was looking at feed to day , have you seen the price £££ and the bags go smaller every year

 

How about this Wikos liquid feed at £1.95 a litre ?
http://www.wilko.com/lawn-seed+food/wilko-get-gardening-lawn-feed-liquid-1l/invt/0340503
I feed Iron sulphate first as a moss kill and general tonic , then Vitax feed and weed killer , then a couple off liquid seaweed feeds over the year. I never really trust the granular stuff

 

My plan for tomorrow is...
Well Its started this evening really..
The lawn is getting a good soaking via the sprinkler
I plan on aerating tomorrow as the lawn should be relatively soft.
Then feed via a drop spreader and water it well in.

Feel free to correct anything I'm planning ? Is it to early to aerate ? Google says is fine but Im no expert !

Thanks !

 

I don't have a problem with it Harry and besides it would take me forever with a liquid feed and walking backwards and forwards with a watering can.

Charlie......sounds like a good plan to me! You can aerate any time you like as long as it's not during frost.

 

Does the granular stuff distribute itself , while you have a cup off tea ?
@Charlie996 the scarifying thread you started has all the answers.

 

No @HarryS, I don't drink tea!