Why you should be using topsoil this winter

As the days get darker, shorter and colder, it is tempting to huddle inside and neglect your garden maintenance. However, too few people are aware that winter is in fact a great time to prepare your garden for the year ahead. One of the most productive things you can do to create a lush summer garden is to spread a layer of topsoil over your lawn.

Due to the harsh weather conditions during the winter months, important nutrients are lost from the top layers of soil. By adding a fresh layer of topsoil in the winter, you will be providing your lawn with all the essential nutrients and vital vitamins that it needs to survive until the spring.

While there are still a few hours of adequate daylight to work with, don’t delay! Pop on your gardening gloves before the frost sets in and follow our tips for topsoil application below:

How to add topsoil to your lawn this winter:

1.  Remove thatch and moss

Using a fork or rake, remove any thatch or moss that has grown up on your lawn over the past year. This prevents sunlight and nutrients from the topsoil from reaching the ground so it's important to remove it all before you begin adding topsoil to your turf.

2.  Improve the drainage

Use your garden fork to make drainage holes across your lawn. You should stick your fork into the ground the whole way and then move the tool back and forth in order to make holes that will allow water and air to get into the soil. This should be done every 10cm to achieve the best effect.

3.  Choose a high-quality topsoil

It is important to choose a soil delivery service that supplies topsoil that contain sand. This will ensure that the topsoil falls evenly into the holes and reach the roots.

4.  Add topsoil to your lawn

Now that the ground has been prepared you can add topsoil to the lawn. Spread the topsoil carefully throughout your garden. If you use a rake, you can ensure that the topsoil is distributed evenly all over the lawn.

5.  Add lawn feed

After adding the topsoil, its a great idea to finish the job by adding a lawn feed that is made specifically for winter nourishment. This will help strengthen the roots and protect the grass from the harsh winter elements. 

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