Reviving your lawn from Summer wear-and-tear

The summer season is coming to an end, meaning you now have to deal with the aftermath of BBQs and family gatherings on your garden. It is important to take action in September to ensure your lawn has the health to survive the upcoming winter season.

We've put together a few tips and tricks to help take away those winter weather worries.

Maintenance of new lawns: 

If you have kept newly sewn lawns moist and clear of debris during the last month, they should show signs of green and germination. To ensure grass seedlings are properly bedded, a light rolling should be carried out. We have a great range of towable lawn rollers available in a variety of sizes and weights to suit all conditions. Click here to browse the range now 

When the grass has reached 6.5 cm (2.5 inches) it is ready for the first main cut. Your mower blades should be set to at least 2·5 cm (1 inches) high. A simple lawn tidy will encourage the grass to grow thicker. As practiced previously, you should keep the lawn clear and dispose of any clippings or weeds. 

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Toadstool elimination: 

You may have spotted a few toadstools popping up on your lawn, this is due to the increased soil moisture that comes with the early autumn months. Although they may not look appealing, they are harmless to the health of your lawn. For prevention you can incorporate a fungicide into watering, however they will disappear within a couple of weeks on their own. A well maintained lawn should not encounter harmful diseases such as fairy rings. 

Improve drainage:

If you have been entertaining the majority of summer, your lawn could be compacted from heavy traffic. This can lead to problems with drainage and result in the spread of moss and puddles on the surface. To improve this, plunge a garden fork into the ground and repeat at 10cm intervals. Or opt for a spiking machine to make the process easier. The holes made in the lawn should then be filled with a free draining material such as a sandy top dressing. This will allow water to flow to less compacted layers below the surface. 

Or why not try a plug aerator? This towable machine removes soil plugs from the surface, proven to be more effective then simple poking holes in the area.   

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Feeding: 

To give your lawn it's final boost before the season changes, give it a feed using an autumn fertilister. This particular variety is high in phosphates and potassium, which will help strong roots to develop. This final step will ensure that you and your lawn are prepared for the upcoming months and conditions they bring.

Here's 5 reasons why you should invest in a Tanaka hedge cutter this summer

With the summer season in full swing, we're taking advantage of any time we can spend in the garden. Maintaining, caring and preparing for the months ahead. Although the summer heat is enjoyable for some, it can become overwhelming for those spending the day gardening.

Our fantastic range of Tanaka products are designed to provide power and versatility, while cutting down the time spent carrying out those less enjoyable gardening tasks. Choose from powerful petrol strimmers, lightweight brush cutters and all the accessories that will maximise the experience.  

Here's 5 reasons why you should consider Tanaka this season ...


1. Power

If hedges or lawn edges have gotten out of hand, you will be in search of a product that will be powerful and thorough. Our Tanaka chainsaws, trimmers and hedge cutters are designed with easy start accessibility, meaning just the touch of a button is needed for the engine to power up. Power to weight ratio is essential for the ultimate performance, giving you full control over the movement of the product.

 
2. Reduced effort

An anti vibration system will take away all stress and discomfort that comes with some powerful chainsaws and hedge cutters. Tanaka's products are designed with a series of anti vibration springs that will help you carry out your task in comfort and with ease. Trimmers also feature low-effort pull starts, which as mentioned earlier, is a bonus to save you time and energy.


3. Versatile and convertible

 The variety of blades and extensions available are designed to suit any area you are working on. Single sided blades are ideal for domestic hedges and shrubs whereas a double sided blade will allow you to cover larger areas faster. Different tooth pitches will also need to be considered to determine how capable the blade will be cutting through certain materials. A 3mm tooth-pitch is ideal for thick woody growth.


4.  Lightweight options

When using a powerful hedge cutter, you should be able to maintain full control of it at all times. Some of our cutters and trimmers come in lightweight and compact varieties so you can work comfortably and confidently. These smaller products are great for reaching corners and angles, giving you more precision when cutting or trimming. When the job is done, your tool can be easily stored away.


5. Ensured safety 

 Most importantly, your safety matters when using these products. Tanaka chainsaws feature chain brakes which instantly stops their operation when the product is forced upwards suddenly. As well as low emission engines, the products have a front-positioned exhaust which directs gases and heat well away from the users face.

See below for just a few of the many Tanaka products on offer at World of Mowers.


Tanaka TBC 240S Petrol Brush Cutter
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Tanaka TCH22ECP2 (66) Petrol Hedge Trimmer Low Vib

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Tanaka TCG22EAB 22cc Bent Shaft Petrol Strimmer
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Summer mowing made easy with Mountfield!

We're finding it hard to predict a British summer day without rain this year! Meaning we're having to work fast in order to keep our gardens flourishing and healthy this season.

A Ride On Mower is the perfect option to get the grass cut quickly and efficiently, meaning you won't get caught out when the skies turn grey! At World of Mowers we have a great range of Ride on Mowers and Lawn Tractors, designed with high quality features that provide you with versatility and comfort. The UK's best selling mower brand Mountfield offers great a range of high power products that make gardening enjoyable and effortless.

Here are some of our top picks for this summer ...

 Mountfield 1538H-SD 98cm Side Discharge Lawn Tractor

Our Price: £1,599.00 Including VAT

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Who wants their mowing interrupted by having to collect grass clippings? The Mountfield 1538H-SD 98cm is designed with a side discharge to enable non stop mowing across any grassed area, large or small. The lawn tractor also includes a mulching option, enabling the recycling of clippings, resulting in a vitamin rich fertiliser. The perfect Ride On Mower for those keen to save time in the garden.
 
 Mountfield 3600SH Ride on Lawn Tractor (Honda Engine)

Our Price: £2,399.00 Including VAT

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For lawns of 1.5 - 2 acres, The Mountfield 3600SH has the power and cutting collector capacity to make larger mowing jobs easy and efficient. Designed with light steering and tight turning to enable easy maneuvering around trees, borders and garden furniture. To save even more time, this product has a tipping lever to open the collector, meaning you won't even have to get off the lawn tractor!


Mountfield 1328H Lawn Rider 72cm Cut Hydrostatic Drive

Our Price: £1,599.00 Including VAT

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For even more power when mowing, the Mountfield 1328H Lawn Rider 72cm is designed with a 7250 Series engine. With a simple electric key starting method, there is no hesitation when beginning your gardening tasks. To avoid blockages, the mower has a buzzer to let you know when the collector is full. With a smaller body than our other Mountfield Lawn Tractors, this mower makes up for size in power.

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Summer lawncare - Tips and treatments at your fingertips

Summer is finally here, and we're all eager to get outside in the garden. With events like Barbecues and garden parties coming up, you want your lawn to look it's best to impress your guests.

World of  Mowers are here to help you get on top of your summer lawn care routine and provide you with tips and treatments to keep you and your lawn happy.

Mowing - During the summer season we recommend mowing your lawn once a week, especially when the weather is particularly dry. Keep grass height to around 1 inch, however try not to cut too short as this will encourage weeds and moss to grow. As the weather gets hotter, your lawn will become dryer, during this time it is advised that you should allow the grass to grow longer.

We have a great range of electric and battery powered lawnmowers that are perfect for quick mowing tasks. All designed with features to make the job easy and extremely efficient.

Mountfield Princess 34 Electric Lawnmower

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The Mountfield Princess 34 Electric lawnmower is ideal for a quick mowing task. It's lightweight structure allows you to move around with ease, ideal for a fast and efficient trim prior to any outdoor events you have planned. During the summertime, all grass clippings should be cleared, the mowers 37 litre collecter is an optional feature that we recommend using this season.


Mountfield S42 HP Li 41cm 1500W Battery Lawnmower

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The Mountfield S42 HP Lawnmower has a larger grass collector of 60 litres. With a 5 stage height of cut adjustment, you are in complete control of how thorough you want the mowing task to be. Choose from heights of 27mm - 80mm, depending on what kind of mowing task you are carrying out. This lawnmower is perfect if you are catching up on your summer lawn care.
  
Watering -  This task should be carried out at dusk when the water will soak into the soil and not evaporate in hot or sunny conditions. Watering your lawn once or twice a week will help avoid shallow roots that may hold back healthy growth. Soil type needs to be considered when watering as some absorb and retain moisture differently. Clay like soil hold water longer where as sand and loam need less water frequently.

Feeding - Using a summer lawn fertilizer this season will keep your lawn looking it's best and encourage growth. We have a great range of Spreaders that provide even results for grassed areas, small or large. We recommend applying fertilizer when rain is expected or when the soil is moist. The salt content of some fertilizers can potentially damage grass that is already stressed from dry weather conditions.

Following these steps and treatments will leave you with a luscious lawn that will thrive all season long.

Check out our full range of Lawn Mowers and Spreaders from top quality brands.



 

Get your lawn ready with a ride on mower

World of Mowers are one of the top UK online suppliers of Garden Mowers, with a large range of ride on mowers for sale. If you're looking to spruce your garden lawn up in time for the Spring, then your fastest and easiest way of doing so is with a ride on!



Lawn tractors have cutting widths ranging from 75-102cm and are ideally used on gardens ranging between ½ and 2 acres in size.

If you have a large garden, you want a mower which is easy to use with light steering and a tight turning circle; making manoeuvring around trees, borders and garden furniture very easy. Keep your lawn looking good and tidy, ready for the good weather and showing your garden off!

Mountfield are the most popular and most realiable mowers on the market, helping you get the job done well and fast.

Here are our picks of Mountain ride on mowers:

Mountfield 827M Compact Lawn Rider-Mountfield Engine

RRP: £1,299.00
Our Price: £1,199.00 (Including VAT)
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Mountfield 2248H Garden Tractor ( Briggs & Stratton Engine )

Our Price: £3,999.00 (Including VAT)
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Summer Lawn Care

In the UK it’s often a rarity that we get the chance to enjoy the summer sunshine, but when we do, we like to enjoy the most of it in our garden with friends and family. It’s fair to say that relaxing on a great looking green lawn makes the summer experience even more pleasurable. But for a lawn this can be the most stressful time of the year. So what can we do to help our lawn look its best?

Watering

Summer is the time when drought can occur and a lawn can turn brown and straw coloured. The most important thing we can do is give it a much deserved drink. Your lawn typically needs between 1 and 1.5 inches of water per week. If it’s really hot and your lawn starts to yellow you may need to increase this. Try to water your lawn once a week rather than spreading your watering out. The general rule here is early morning or in the evening, which probably suits most homeowners. Remember to follow any local regulations when using water in summer (especially with current hosepipe bans).

Mowing

As temperatures hot up and we move into summer the growth of your lawn may actually start to slow down, mow as and when necessary never taking more than one third of the length of the plant off in any one cut. Don’t mow the lawn too short when it is very hot as this can cause damage to occur. Use an edging iron to keep lawn edges neat and tidy. If the conditions are ideal for growth you may need to cut twice a week to keep it looking good. Check out our range of mowers here.

Feeding and Conditioning

For maximum summer lawn care, apply a summer feed to help it grow well. There are several chemical feeds available which are designed for the summer months and will help keep your lawn green and crisp during hot weather.

Planning a Summer Lawn

Looking after and maintaining a beautiful lawn is a rewarding experience and past time. The results speak for themselves and are there for all to see. A grass surface is also one of the safest surfaces for you and your family to enjoy.

It doesn’t take a lot of effort to keep your lawn looking good throughout the summer season and with the right tools and treatments at your fingertips you simply can’t go wrong.