New regular near Sandwich — mow, strim, weed treatment, and a thatch problem spotted.

First visit for a new regular near Sandwich today. Mow, strim, and weed treatment done. The lawn came up nicely — but while we were there we spotted something worth flagging.

What we found: thatch

The lawn had a heavy layer of thatch sitting on it. Thatch is the layer of dead grass stems and organic matter that accumulates between the green blades and the soil. A thin layer is fine — it cushions the turf and retains some moisture. But when it builds up, it does the opposite: it blocks water and nutrients from reaching the roots, creates an environment where shallow-rooted grass struggles, and gradually thins out the lawn until you're left with patchy, yellowing coverage.

This one had built up enough to warrant dealing with now, before it causes more damage through the summer.

What happens next

Dethatch booked in for next week. The process removes the accumulated layer mechanically, opening up the thatch and allowing the lawn to breathe again. It can look dramatic immediately afterwards — the surface looks rough and raked-back — but within a few weeks the grass fills back in noticeably thicker.

Combined with the fortnightly mowing schedule, the lawn should be in noticeably better shape by midsummer.

Is your lawn looking thin and patchy?

Thatch is often the reason, and it's more common than people realise — especially in lawns that haven't been dethatched in several years. The sooner it's dealt with the better.

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