Gardening expert shares genius ‘hair transplant’ tip to repair bald patches in your lawn – all you need is a stick
THIS simple lawncare tip won’t cost you a trip to B&Q, all you need is an item that can be found in any yard in the country.
A gardening pro shared the easy trick for boosting grass growth and fixing bald patches.
In his viral video, TikTok user Oliver (@roamwildwitholiver) demonstrated the hack for his followers.
He explained that he learned the free DIY technique from watching his father.
“My dad calls it the ‘Hair Transplant’ and that’s because he leaves the back open with this very advanced piece of technology,” Oliver said.
He picked up a stick from his garden and placed it over the back of his mower, using it to prop open the box that contains the freshly cut grass.
This meant that as he walked, the cut grass was returned to the surface of his lawn.
“It allows all the cut grass to distribute evenly across the entire lawn, this is really good for enhancing grass growth in bald patches,” Oliver explained.
As well as instantly covering the patchy areas of your lawn, the trick also helps to thicken up your grass over time.
Lawncare experts at Green Thumb explained the science behind lawn clippings boosting grass growth.
“Grass clippings provide a layer of organic material that helps retain soil moisture,” they explained.
The freshly cut grass can also work to suppress weeds and improve soil structure.
However, the lawn professionals recommend proceeding with caution when it comes to the hack.
They explained that less is more when it comes to using fresh clippings.
“It’s important to apply a thin layer of grass clippings to avoid smothering the existing grass,” they said.
They also advised against using the trick unless your grass is “finely cut and dry”.
This allows more air and sunlight to reach the existing grass on your lawn.
TikTok users shared their thoughts on the simple trick in the comments section.
“I’m going to try it. But with wellies on, and shin pads. But I’m definitely going to try it,” said one viewer.
“I don’t mean to rain on your garden hack but guards on any piece of moving machinery is there for a good reason. Be safe,” warned another follower.
“Today, when I was minding my own business in my lesson ,I saw someone mowing the entire school field like this,” shared a third person.
“Yeah but what about when you run over a rock in your garden? It’s going to hit you hard,” commented another viewer.
Seasonal lawn care schedule
Lawn care varies from season to season, with some tasks helping to encourage growth and root development whilst others help maintain the soil quality.
Claire Baglin, landscaping category manager from Toolstation has shared lawn care tasks and tips for each season:
Spring (March, April, May)
- Start to mow the grass bi-weekly in March when the soil and air temperatures typically reach above 6C.
- Fertilise the lawn for the first time during March using some quick-release fertiliser that is rich in nitrogen to help promote shoot growth.
- Scarify the lawn for the first time during April to remove any built-up moss or thatch that can accumulate throughout the winter.
- Aerate the lawn during April by spiking holes into the soil surface. This will help to loosen the soil and encourage growth.
- Overseeding can also be carried out throughout April to patch up any thin or bare areas of grass.
Summer (June, July, August)
- From June start to cut your grass once a week – apart from in periods of extreme heat and droughts. Increase the cutting height to protect the lawn from any possible droughts.
- In June make sure to treat the lawn for any weeds – this can either be manual removal for individual weeds or using weed killer for larger clusters.
- During July and August make sure to water the lawn at least once a week by giving it a soak for 5-10 minutes.
Autumn (September, October, November)
- From September reduce the lawn mowing frequency back to once every two weeks and conduct the last mow of the year in November.
- Fertilise the lawn for a second time during October using a slow-release fertiliser that is rich in phosphorous and potassium to strengthen the lawn.
- Throughout October and November remove any fallen leaves and other debris from the lawn surface.
Winter (December, January, February)
- From December to the end of February leave the lawn alone. Grass typically does not grow in the colder winter temperatures.
- Winter is the perfect time of the year to conduct any lawnmower maintenance including checking over the blades and filters.