As you move into your new home, your thoughts will no doubt turn to the garden and how you can make the most of it.
Essential information
Although you may be keen to get started with landscaping or garden projects, we suggest that you allow at least a year before changing existing levels. This is to allow the ground to settle and the natural drainage channels to establish.
Garden drainage
Drainage has been provided to protect the structure of your property. This does not usually extend to your garden. Once you have planted your garden and a substantial root structure has formed, your garden will drain more easily. Remember to provide adequate drainage if you are erecting a shed or laying a patio. If your turf overlaps your patio, you will experience ponding.
Landscaping
When carrying out landscaping please be extra vigilant. If trees are planted too close to the house, their roots can penetrate concrete and brickwork which will damage your foundations.
Turf (where applicable)
The turf we use in your garden is grass that has been grown elsewhere and laid in rolls. It therefore needs time to establish. There are a few tips you can follow to ensure it remains in optimum condition:
- When it is newly laid, try not to walk on it as it will damage easily.
- We suggest you water the new turf every day for the first few weeks. This will help it knit to the soil.
- After the first few weeks, you may wish to mow the new turf. If you set the height of the mower to cut only the top of the grass, this will avoid cutting it too short and damaging it.
- It is a good idea to aerate your lawn to avoid compacting and potential drainage problems.
- After the first few weeks, regular cutting and fertilising will keep your lawn in peak condition.