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Tired of POA Annua Ruining Your Lawn? Here's How to Tackle It with Allett's Verticutter and Groomer Cartridge
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Tired of POA Annua Ruining Your Lawn? Here's How to Tackle It with Allett's Verticutter and Groomer Cartridge

A weed is simply anything growing where it’s not wanted—and when it shows up in the middle of your pristine lawn, it quickly becomes a problem. One of the most common and stubborn invaders in UK ga...

Lawncare AdviceWhat Is The Difference Between The Allett Scarifier and Dethatcher Cartridge?

What Is The Difference Between The Allett Scarifier and Dethatcher Cartridge?

What Is The Difference Between The Allett Scarifier and Dethatcher Cartridge? Two tools that often come into play in Spring are the Scarifier and Dethatcher cartridges. Understanding the difference...

Lawncare AdviceWhy the Allett Lawn Levelling Lute is the Must-Have Tool This Spring

Why the Allett Lawn Levelling Lute is the Must-Have Tool This Spring

Why the Allett Lawn Levelling Lute is the Must-Have Tool This Spring As spring approaches, it’s the perfect time to give your lawn the attention it deserves. Whether you’re seeding or applying a to...

Lawncare AdviceWhat Fertiliser Should I Use This Spring On My Lawn?

What Fertiliser Should I Use This Spring On My Lawn?

As the days lengthen and the temperature starts to rise, spring is the perfect time to give your lawn the nutrients it needs to thrive. Choosing the right fertiliser is crucial to ensuring your gra...

Lawncare AdviceCylinder Mowers vs. Rotary Mowers: Why Cylinder Mowers Are the Best Choice for a Perfect Lawn

Cylinder Mowers vs. Rotary Mowers: Why Cylinder Mowers Are the Best Choice for a Perfect Lawn

One of the most common questions in lawn care communities is whether a cylinder mower or a rotary mower is better suited for maintaining a healthy, beautiful lawn. One of the most importan...

Lawncare AdviceHow -5°C Temperatures Can Affect Your Lawn

How -5°C Temperatures Can Affect Your Lawn

As winter sets in many homeowners may begin to notice changes in the health and appearance of their lawns. When temperatures dip below freezing, like it has over the last couple of ni...

BlogLawn Care in the UK: Essential Tasks for October

Lawn Care in the UK: Essential Tasks for October

As the days grow shorter and the temperature starts to dip October signals a crucial time for lawn care in the UK. With the summer heat fading this month offers an opportunity to prepare your l...

BlogAeration and Scarification: Why September is the Perfect Time

Aeration and Scarification: Why September is the Perfect Time

Aeration and Scarification: Why September is the Perfect Time As summer fades and autumn approaches, September presents a prime opportunity for homeowners to focus on rejuvenating the...

BlogThe Surprising Mental and Physical Benefits of Lawncare

The Surprising Mental and Physical Benefits of Lawncare

When you think of lawn care you might envision sweaty afternoons pushing a mower, pulling weeds or trimming hedges. It’s easy to see lawn care as just another chore on the weekend to-do list but th...

BlogHow To Get Rid of Leatherjackets in Your Lawn

How To Get Rid of Leatherjackets in Your Lawn

Some of you may be struggling with Leatherjackets at the moment as the UK suffers a crane fly infestation! Leatherjackets are the larvae of crane flies (known as daddy long legs to most of us). Th...

BlogUnderstanding the Differences Between 5-Blade, 6-Blade, and 10-Blade Cylinders

Understanding the Differences Between 5-Blade, 6-Blade, and 10-Blade Cylinders

Understanding the Differences Between 5-Blade, 6-Blade, and 10-Blade Cylinders Cylinder mowers, also known as reel mowers use a rotating cylinder of blades to cut grass. The number of blades on the...

BlogA Guide to Lawn Fertilisation: When and How to Fertilise Your Lawn

A Guide to Lawn Fertilisation: When and How to Fertilise Your Lawn

Guide to Lawn Fertilisation: When and How to Fertilise Your Lawn Maintaining a lovely green lawn is a dream for many homeowners. One of the key elements in achieving this is proper fertilisation. ...

BlogWetting agent debate.... Granulated or liquid? And why?

Wetting agent debate.... Granulated or liquid? And why?

Understanding Wetting Agents and Their Importance for Lawns Maintaining lovely healthy lawn requires more than just regular watering and mowing. One crucial element in lawn care is ensuring that w...

BlogWHY 'NO MOW' MAY IS A BAD IDEA

WHY 'NO MOW' MAY IS A BAD IDEA

In recent years, "No Mow May" has gained traction as an eco-friendly initiative encouraging homeowners to let their lawns grow wild during the month of May. The movement aims to provide a haven for...

BlogWhy Am I Getting A Rippled Effect In My Lawn?

Why Am I Getting A Rippled Effect In My Lawn?

Why Mowing in the Same Direction Leads to Contours   Many homeowners fall into the habit of mowing their lawn in the same direction every time often unknowingly creating subtle contou...

BlogThe Secret to Perfect Stripes: The Grass Rake on Allett Mowers

The Secret to Perfect Stripes: The Grass Rake on Allett Mowers

Did you know that one of the secrets to achieving impeccable lawn stripes lies in a small but mighty feature of Allett mowers? Yes, it’s the grass rake, a remarkable feature that can r...