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Dressing Your Lawn: The Ultimate Guide to Lawn Dressing

February 26, 2026      Dressing A Lawn, Lawn Dressing, Lawn Top Dressing

In this ultimate guide, our experts explain exactly what lawn dressing is, when and where to apply it, and how it can dramatically improve your lawn, including drainage, root growth, and overall health. Discover the easiest and most effective solution to revive domestic and commercial lawns right here with lawn dressing.


How Bark & Mulch Can Elevate Your Garden’s Look and Health

February 19, 2026      Bark, Bark Mulch, Mulch

Are you looking to transform your outdoor space with a beautiful, eco-friendly, easy-to-install, and cost-effective solution? Bark and mulch provides precisely that! In this article, we highlight the benefits of incorporating bark and mulch into your landscaping. As well as six creative ways to use bark mulch within your design to boost your garden’s overall health and appearance.


What Height Should I Mow My Lawn?

February 19, 2026      Mowing, Mowing Turf, Turf Tips

If you’re confused by the different mowing heights for your grass turf, or didn’t even realise there were more than one, this is the article for you! We break it down by season, weather conditions, and the age of your turf to make sure you’re mowing your turf at the right height, all year round.


How to Apply Turf Topsoil for a Perfect Lawn

February 16, 2026      Topsoil, Topsoil Tips, Turf Topsoil

In this guide, we explain what turf-specific topsoil is and why it’s the secret ingredient to the perfect lawn! Our turf experts also share their top tips on how to apply your topsoil correctly, and why this type of topsoil is ideal for homeowners and landscapers alike!


Feeding & Fertilising Your Lawn: Five Essential Tips

February 16, 2026      Fertiliser, Fertilising Tips, Lawn Feed, Lawn Fertiliser

Are you confused by lawn feed and fertiliser? Unsure how and when to apply it to get the best results? Not to worry! Our experts have compiled their top five tips for lawn fertiliser. So, we can help homeowners and landscapers pick the right type of fertiliser for your turf, and benefit from its long-lasting, lawn-boosting results.


What To Do with Fallen Autumn Leaves

February 16, 2026      Autumn Turf, Fallen Leaves, Turf Tips, Winter turf

Our experts answer the age-old questions of: what to do with fallen leaves? Are they good or bad for my lawn, or should I recycle or compost them? There are lots of pros and cons for your turf when it comes to fallen leaves, which this article dives into. Take a read, and discover precisely what to do with fallen autumn leaves, and how they can benefit your turf’s health.


How Do You Know You’re Buying Quality Turf?

February 16, 2026      Turf, Turf Advice, Turf Tips

For a strong, healthy, and resilient lawn that you can enjoy for years to come, it all comes down to investing in high-quality turf. Turf that’s suited to your soil type and the purpose of your lawn. In this guide, our experts pinpoint the 7 key signs to look out for when buying fresh turf. So, don’t waste your time, money, or effort with poor-quality turf – use our high-quality turf checklist to buy the best turf the first time.


Get Your Lawn Spring-Ready with George Davies

February 16, 2026      Lawn Tips, Spring Lawn, Spring Turf, Turf Tips

Spring is prime time for grass growth and lush lawns to thrive. However, after the winter wear and tear, are you and your lawn ready for an active spring? Whether you have a domestic or commercial lawn, our experts have pulled together their top four tips to get your lawn prepared for success this spring.


3 Common Questions You May Be Asking About Your Lawn

February 16, 2026      Winter Garden, Winter Tips, Winter turf

Winter weather brings lots of positives and challenges to your garden and lawn. Can you lay turf in winter? Is frost bad for turf? And what to do about a waterlogged lawn? These are just one of the queries we’re asked throughout winter. So, we’re answering your turf queries to help homeowners and landscapers get the most from their lawns this winter.


How to Make Top Soil Work for Your Lawn

February 16, 2026      Topsoil, Topsoil Tips

Unsure how, when or why you should be using top soil on your lawn? Not to worry! The experts at George Davies Turf & Stone have pulled together their top five tips on using topsoil before and after installing turf to help boost its health, drainage, appearance, and long-term performance.