LOVE YOUR LAWN

Lawns should be treated with the same kindness you over beds, borders and container plants. It's a remarkable plant and getting it to look lovely all year round is not as hard as you might think. April is the start of the growing season and what better time than to give your lawn a feed. Wait for a mild spell and to save you time why not use a combined weedkiller and fertiliser dressing?

April is also a great time to lay turf rolls or sow lawn seed on bare patches.

If you feel daunted by your lawn and live in the South West, why don't you visit St Bridget Nurseries in Old Rydon Lane, Exeter as they are having a lawn advice day. Dennis Lane, Grounds Inspector, of the Institute of Groundsmanship, will be on hand at St. Bridget's Garden Centre, Old Rydon Lane, Exeter on Sunday 1st April to give expert help and advice on all aspects of lawns and turf management. Dennis will be happy to identify weed problems in your lawn or explain why you have bare patches so please bring in samples of the weeds or diseases on your grass.

It's easy to get the lawn of your dreams - just visit St Bridget Nurseries Garden Centres!