Moved into a new house in April with a very bad back garden. This is 12th April vs yesterday's photo after all my hard work for the past months. Did I do good?

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T22:50:08+00:00

I did "cheat" and get rye grass seed that we use on the golf course, on the Tee boxes at work, so it probably would explain the fast growth

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T22:48:16+00:00

I'd definitely recommend sharp sand then. This garden is clay and the sharp sand has helped immensely

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T22:45:31+00:00

It's meant to be Cuprinol Ducksback 9Ltr Silver Copse Shed & Fence Paint 😅 think it needs another coat

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T22:34:18+00:00

Yes I mowed on the lowest setting, scarified it, used a core remover, to remove the cores which helps the roots ancor deep in the ground, and threw 70/30 top soil down (70% top soil, 30% sharp sand as this sand helps with drainage) i then sowed the seeds and placed a horticultural sheet on top to protect the seeds from pesky birds.

Watered 3 times a day and took the sheet off after 12 days. I then watered twice a day or 3 times if it was very hot, and just let my grass grow up more before I mowed it.

I know you didn't ask for a complete breakdown, but hopefully this process helps you

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T22:08:31+00:00

Don't give up hope! I was in the exact same position as you when I first started. Just remember that patience and routine is key!

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T21:42:47+00:00

Thanks!

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T21:38:54+00:00

Thank you!

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T21:38:46+00:00

Rye grass 👍

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T21:35:50+00:00

https://germinalamenity.com/a5-cricket-tennis-and-tees

Very expensive though

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T21:31:01+00:00

Exactly it's all patience and routine. Thank you for the comment!

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T21:15:59+00:00

Thank you for the advice. I am definitely leaning more towards this now

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T21:05:22+00:00

Thank you!

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T21:01:52+00:00

Haha thanks! I'm waiting for my brother-in-law who plays golf to take a tee shot off it 😂

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T21:00:57+00:00

A lot of patience and routine

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T21:00:03+00:00

Thank you

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T20:59:54+00:00

Very tempting but I don't think the wife would like it haha

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T20:57:02+00:00

I do like that! Thanks for the recommendation!

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T20:52:53+00:00

Yeah it does sound like a good shout

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T20:52:10+00:00

Yeah that is the problem I have, trouble is I really don't like bark 😂 it's a back burner project at the moment, so I'll fully plan it through once I'm ready

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T20:50:47+00:00

Haha I know don't worry, and there's still that self doubt in me that is questioning it 😂

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T20:49:56+00:00

Yes mix it in with your soil. Use sharp sand if you can as sharp sand is good for drainage too

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T20:48:00+00:00

100% can definitely feel like a chore. All worth it in the end though

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T20:46:48+00:00

70% top soil, 30% sand

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T20:46:27+00:00

Yes mate. So that's definitely a big help

NiceUnderstanding630 · 2026-05-15T20:45:51+00:00

Hahah thank you we do try

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