Getting Busy with Planting and Watering
Spring and summer are the busiest times in the garden — lawns, flowers, and vegetables are growing fast and need plenty of attention. Whether you have a small courtyard in Lancaster, a back garden in Morecambe, or a larger plot in the surrounding villages, planting and watering at the right time keeps your garden healthy and full of colour.
1. Timing Your Planting
Planting at the right time is half the battle:
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Spring: Sow new grass seed, plant perennials, and get summer bedding in place.
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Early Summer: Ideal for hanging baskets, patio pots, and fast-growing vegetables.
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Autumn: Perfect for planting bulbs and getting the lawn ready for winter.
This seasonal approach makes sure plants get off to the strongest start with minimal stress.
2. Preparing the Ground
Healthy growth starts with good preparation:
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Remove weeds and debris.
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Improve soil with compost or topsoil where needed.
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Level the ground carefully before sowing grass seed or planting beds.
If you’re establishing a new lawn, we can help get it growing evenly — preparation and aftercare make a huge difference to the final result.
3. Watering Wisely
Watering is where many gardens succeed or struggle.
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Water deeply but less often to encourage strong roots.
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Stick to early morning or evening to reduce evaporation.
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Keep an eye on lawns during dry spells — they benefit from consistent moisture to stay green.
4. Mulching to Save Moisture
Mulch is an underrated secret weapon for gardens. Adding bark, compost, or gravel around plants:
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Helps retain moisture
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Reduces weeds
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Keeps soil cooler during hot weather
This can save you a lot of watering time during busy summer months.
5. Professional Lawn Feeding
While watering is something you can easily manage, feeding your lawn is best left to the experts. At Lune Valley Lawns, we apply the right professional-grade fertilisers and weed treatments throughout the year — carefully timed to match the seasons. This keeps lawns:
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Thick and healthy
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Free from weeds and moss
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Vibrant green through spring, summer, and beyond
By letting us handle this part, you get all the benefits without worrying about which products to buy or when to apply them.
6. Stay Consistent
A little daily attention goes a long way. Regular watering, checking soil moisture, and keeping on top of weeding means fewer big jobs later. Combine this with professional lawn treatments, and your garden will stay healthy and inviting all season.
Final Thoughts
Planting and watering are at the heart of every successful garden. With a little daily care from you — and expert lawn feeding and treatment from us — your outdoor space can stay green, vibrant, and ready to enjoy throughout the year.