Q.
We have a two year old lawn that was originally a Ready Lawn. We have three dead spots which I think were caused by dogs urinating on the lawn. What is the best remedy to bring this back to life?
A.
- Rake out the dead patches and break up the soil surface.
- Put a layer of Tui Lawn Preparation Mix over the area to be sown, approximately 25-30mm deep, don't be concerned if it covers some of the existing lawn, it will grow through.
- Firm down the area with the head of a rake or by stamping on the area. Water the area to settle the soil.
- Find a seed that matches your existing Ready Lawn, it is likely to be a blend of Tall Fescue, we would recommend sowing Tui Superstrike Tall Fescue Lawn Seed.
- Lightly cover the seed with Tui Lawn Preparation mix so that seed is in contact with the soil and stays moist during germination.
- Water in well. Continue to water daily, depending upon the weather.
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How do I fix bare patches in my lawn? Comments
Or instead of the vinegar (apple cider vinegar), put a pinch of baking soda into the dogs drinking water, about three times a week. This helps to prevent the acid build up in the dogs urine
Glenda OBrien
Interesting read. How much vinegar should I use? Thanks in advance
Veronica Fairless
Thank you for the above information, having just moved into a new home with ready lawn I have had the same problem. Am going to try your suggestion.
Colleen Treacy
also give the dog the water to drink that rice has been cooked in, it helps prevent the acid in their urine, they can also eat the cooked rice
lyn
Hi Veronica, thank you for your feedback. Add a tablespoon of vinegar to your dog's water. Thanks, Tui Team
jenna