National Gardening Day- 14th April
Here at Online Turf, we believe that beautiful gardens and beautiful lawns make happy people - so we’re celebrating National Gardening Day with our top gardening tips.
Benefits of Gardening
National Gardening Day was originally made to encourage more people to take up gardening and to enjoy the physical and mental benefits it brings.
Both landscapers and homeowners find that gardening can be a very therapeutic experience. Physical exertion and working amongst greenery can have significant benefits for your mental health.
Gardening has actually been scientifically proven to improve your mood as, when we come into contact with soil, the bacterium activates our serotonin neurons, giving us a natural boost of happiness.
Gardening is even being used as a form of social prescription to help people struggling with anxiety and mental health to improve their quality of life.
Spring Garden Maintenance
National Gardening Day falls on 14th April - perfect timing for gardeners (both novice and professional) to refresh their outdoor space.
Springtime is the ideal time to bring your garden out of winter
dormancy and prepare for the growing season ahead as temperatures are mild and
ideal for the growth of plants.
You’ll want to clear your lawn of any weeds / debris, repair any lawn patches by overseeding & mow the grass on a high blade setting.
If you’re looking to overseed your lawn, April is the perfect time. Seed needs a warm climate with not too much rain to be able to germinate and grow successfully.
Laying turf is also best done in April as the climate is ideal for turf to root in and have enough water and sunlight for it to thrive.
Eco Friendly Gardening
With sustainable gardening becoming more popular, gardeners are exploring techniques for crafting homemade compost, making eco-friendly weed killers and selecting plants that attract beneficial wildlife to establish a thriving, healthy ecosystem in their gardens.
It’s easy to understand why this is becoming a popular trend - sustainable gardening methods mean less money spent on expensive weed solutions / compost mixes, saving you money and helping your garden thrive at the same time.
Gardening in a sustainably minded way also means your garden is likely to thrive for longer, meaning less maintenance for you in the long run.
For more eco-friendly gardening tips or information on how to make DIY weed killers, check out our expansive knowledge base.
