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Laying and lawn care
Storing Canturf
Your Canturf is delivered within 24 hours of harvesting and should be laid as soon as possible after delivery to maintain freshness and vigour. If your Canturf is delivered the day before laying it should be stored in the shade and lightly moistened. During cooler weather Canturf can be kept for a few days if necessary, although this is not recommended.
If unforeseen circumstances prevent you laying your turf within this time frame you may find it looking a little yellow when you do lay it out. To give your lawn the best chance of survival in this case do not lose heart but follow the instructions on initial care.
Laying Canturf
- It is best to smooth your prepared area with a rake just before laying your turf.
- Start laying Canturf along the longest, straightest edge of your new lawn area-such as the driveway or footpath. If your area has a slope to it we recommend you lay the turf across the slope.
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Lay the Canturf rolls in a staggered pattern (like bricks), as close together as possible making sure there is no overlap nor any soil from the edges of the rolls visible. This helps to prevent drying out along the seams of the roll. Any gaps should be plugged with Canturf, not filled with soil.
Each roll is approximately 165 cm long by 40cm wide, which means each roll covers 2/3 of a square metre. They can be trimmed with a sharp knife (a serrated blade works best) to reduce tearing or shredding that may damage the grass. You will find it easy to trim closely to edges and driveways which makes the final result look very professional.
- Avoid using small strips of Canturf on outer edges as they will dry out quicker than a full roll and brown off. If you think you are going to need a narrow strip to finish off a job, try running a full roll around the outside of your lawn area then fill the middle.
- A light rolling or tamping down before initial watering will help remove air pockets and ensure good root contact with the ground beneath and so allowing for faster establishment. A 20 Litre drum half filled with water makes a good substitute roller.
That's really all there is to it! Now, if you'd like some more tips, watch the speeded up footage of our lawn layers in action:
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If you are planning to grow your lawn from seed, see Seeding a new lawn.
Initial care
Week one
Water, water, water!
Water is the most important ingredient in establishing any lawn. Watering keeps the roots fresh and the ground soft, helping the plant to re-establish itself with new root growth. After laying your Canturf, water the lawn enough to keep the soil profile continuously moist for the first seven days.
Also control your pets during this time as the soft ground can 'footprint' easily and urine spots can cause damage.
Week two
You've made it through the hard part and the lawn should be looking great.
Watering:
In the second week change to a deep watering pattern of two or three times a week to encourage a deep root growth.
Mowing:
By day 10 your Canturf should be getting long enough (75 mm) and firm enough to mow. The first mow should be about 65 to 70 mm, in about a weeks time you can begin regular mowing at not less than 50mm. Mowing too short will weaken the turf by exposing the plant to extreme weather and traffic and can also encourage weeds. For a guide to recommended mowing heights please see the chart below.
Fertilising:
After two weeks fertilise your new lawn using Canturf's Grow Green fertiliser to help with colour, health and continued root development. Spread Grow Green at a rate of 35 grams per square meter and thoroughly water afterwards. With your new lawn you will receive a voucher for a free pack of Canturf Grow Green fertiliser which is redeemable at selected garden centres.
Ongoing maintenance
See our lawn care guide for more detailed information about caring for your lawn…
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