Autumn is a beautiful time of year with the changing colours of leaves and crisp, cooler weather. It's also a crucial season for lawn care, as it prepares your turf for the upcoming winter months. One important aspect of autumn lawn maintenance is choosing the right fertiliser for your lawn. With so many autumn lawn fertilisers available, it can be overwhelming to determine which one is best for your grass. In this blog post, we'll discuss some of the top autumn lawn fertilisers and how they can benefit your turf, ensuring you achieve a great-looking lawn all year round, using Jasper's framework to guide us.
What are we looking for in an Autumn Lawn Feed?
- Ingredients: It is important to have the correct balance of nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium and trace elements, that is suited for a quality autumn lawn fertiliser.
- Added Iron: Iron enriches the green colour of your lawn, making it appear lush and vibrant even in autumn and helps prevent diseases.
- Higher Potassium Content: A high potassium content can aid disease resistance by producing tougher harder plants.
- Phosphate for the roots: adequate levels to encourage root growth.
- Application: How easy it is to apply and follow the instructions. Granular are the easiest to apply as it can be done by hand. (Make sure you use gloves, which can irritate when you have a cut on your hand, as I found out).
- Quality Brands: Brands with a great customer score proven in the autumn fertilisers market.
- Value for money: Lawn food products that don't put a hole in your wallet.
Following these points is vital as they ensure your lawn remains healthy, resilient, and vibrant throughout the autumn and into the winter months.
How Did I Choose These Products?
- First-Hand Experience: Through years of working directly with various lawn feeds, I’ve seen which formulations deliver the best results when choosing an Autumn Lawn Feed.
- Professional Expertise: As an experienced horticulturist I’ve developed a keen understanding of what ingredients are essential for maintaining a healthy lawn through cooler weather.
- Tried and Tested: I have personally tested numerous feeds, observing their impact on both short-term and long-term lawn health.
- Customer Feedback: Listening to friends and family and their experiences with different products has helped refine my selections to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Research and Studies: I stay up-to-date with the latest studies and industry research, ensuring the chosen criteria are backed by scientific evidence.
- Environmental Considerations: Using selected eco-friendly products has always been important to me, as they support sustainable lawn care practices.
Products
Miracle-Gro Autumn Lawn Care
Prepare your lawn for winter with Miracle-GroMiracle-Gro – the ultimate autumn nourishment for vibrant, resilient grass.
We liked that it also kills moss.
- Lawn Area coverage: 360m2 per 12.kg pack
- Granular Type: and applied by hand or a spreader as a top dressing.
- Pets: and Kids Friendly: After applying and following label instructions, keep children and pets away from treated areas until granules have been thoroughly watered in and the area has dried.
- Strengthens Roots and Toughens Grass: Helps your lawn withstand harsh winter weather by building robust roots.
- Quick Moss Kill: Kills moss within 7 days, which blackens as it dies. Ensure to rake out dead moss after 2 weeks for optimal lawn health.
- Added Seaweed: Aids root establishment, making them stronger against winter conditions.
- Over 65 Years of Innovation: Miracle-Gro has been revolutionising home gardening for over six decades, with products backed by scientific research to ensure incredible results.
A1 Lawn Ultimate Autumn Winter Lawn Fertiliser
Autumn feed with Unyielding defence for a lush winter lawn!
- Lawn Area: Coverage: 280m2 per 10kg pack
- Granular Type: Spread by hand or mechanical spreader as a top dressing.
- Pets and Kids Friendly: After applying keep children and pets away from treated areas until granules have been thoroughly watered in and dried out.
- Potassium-Rich Grass Fertiliser: High potassium (NPK 6-5-10) keeps grass strong and hardy through autumn and winter. Phosphorus supports healthy root growth and shoots, while nitrogen ensures greener growth for a year-round great lawn.
- Moss Killer: High iron content kills moss, greens up the lawn, and makes spring scarifying easier. It protects against winter diseases and doesn't encourage excessive growth or frequent mowing.
- Best for the UK Climate: Made in the UK and tailored for British weather. Ensures fast germination and a strong lawn. Use from September to November or until the grass stops growing. Apply before rain or water in well.
- Professional Grade: Based in Scotland, A1 Lawn has served the UK since 2010 with certified, high-quality grass and fertiliser. Satisfaction guaranteed. Certified by DEFRA, FERA, and SASA.
We particularly like this as it has a slow-release effect and is instantly safe for kids and pets.
- Lawn Area: Coverage: 50m2 per 1.25kg pack
- Granular Type: Spread by hand or mechanical spreader as a top dressing.
- Pets and Kids Friendly: Essentially non-hazardous and non-toxic, this lawn feed can be used safely around children and pets. After treatment is applied, use of the lawn can resume as normal.
- Nutrient-Rich Formula: Packed full of the nutrients your lawn needs to grow thicker and greener. Contains nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, and magnesium for lush-looking grass.
- Feeds Grass Up To 3 Months: Uses a combination of fast and slow-release fertilizer granules to offer a quick hit of nitrogen to green up the lawn while slow-release granules continue to feed up to 12 weeks.
- Non-Staining Formula: No brown stains on your hard surfaces! Take care of your patios and decking with our non-staining lawn food.
- Use October - March: Manufactured in the UK, these products are designed to keep lawns green from autumn to winter and can be used as a winter fertiliser.
- Green Beyond Belief: Experience the difference with this professional-grade lawn fertiliser with added magnesium for outstanding green-up of grass. A mix of fast-acting granules that green and nourish your grass quickly while the phased-release granules break down over time for long-lasting results.
- Environmentally Safe: This essentially non-toxic and non-hazardous formula means you can say goodbye to harsh chemicals and hello to a healthy, happy lawn.
Judges Verdict
After evaluating several autumn lawn fertilisers, it is evident that the nutrient-rich formulas, as well as the balance between fast and slow-release granules, make some stand out above the rest. These fertilisers deliver essential nutrients that sustain your lawn through the colder months. Environmentally safe options and non-toxic products ensure that your lawn remains healthy without compromising the safety of pets and children. With the best autumn lawn fertiliser, you can enjoy a lush, green lawn that remains resilient and vibrant, making a significant difference to your garden’s overall health and appearance.
FAQs
How often should I apply autumn lawn fertiliser?
For most lawns, a single application of autumn fertiliser is sufficient. It's best to apply it at the beginning of autumn for optimal results, allowing it to nourish and prepare the grass for winter.
Are organic lawn fertilisers effective during autumn?
Yes, organic lawn fertilisers are very effective during autumn. They enrich the soil with natural nutrients, promoting healthy grass growth and improving soil structure without the use of harmful chemicals.
Is it safe to use autumn lawn fertiliser around pets and children?
Many autumn lawn fertilisers, such as the Eco-Friendly Lawn Fertilizer, are formulated to be safe for pets and children. Always check the label and follow the application instructions to ensure safety.
What are the benefits of using a phased-release fertiliser in autumn?
Phased-release fertilisers, like the Slow-Release Granular Fertilizer, provide a steady stream of nutrients over time. This ensures your lawn remains nourished and green throughout autumn and into winter, without the need for frequent applications.
Can I mow my lawn after applying autumn fertiliser?
Yes, you can mow your lawn after applying autumn fertiliser, but it is advisable to wait at least a week after application. This allows the fertiliser to settle into the soil and be absorbed by the grass roots, ensuring its effectiveness. Additionally, ensure your lawn is not stressed and that the mower blades are sharp to avoid damaging the grass.
What is the ideal mowing height for autumn?
In autumn, it is recommended to keep your grass at a slightly taller height than during other seasons. Aim for a height of about 2.5 to 3 inches. Longer grass helps the lawn to better retain moisture, withstand the cooler temperatures, and cope with potential frost. It also encourages stronger root development, which is crucial for the health of your lawn throughout winter.
