Walk barefoot on the soft grass, sunbathe, have a picnic, have fun with the children in the country - what could be better in the summer? Especially for these purposes, many summer residents leave a platform for a green lawn. Neatly cut grass is the perfect place to relax. That is why the lawn in the country is not a luxury, but a necessity. It pleases the eye, retains moisture, and on hot days the temperature above it is several degrees lower than over the rest of the territory. Psychologists note a beneficial effect on the human psyche, as spacious green areas contribute to relaxation and distance from the bustle of the city.
There are also practical benefits from such landscaping: the soil becomes well structured, dust and dirt disappear, weeds do not grow. But you should understand that not any cut grass is a lawn in the country.
Lawn Types
Today, there are many crops for gardening. But in any case, if we are not talking about artificial turf, then this is a turf cover of grasses and cereals. Arrange such beauty in your summer cottageIt is not at all difficult if you purchase a ready-made rolled lawn. Gardening shops offer rolled turf, ready to be transplanted to the right place. But the shelf life of such rolls is not too long - up to 3 days. If during this time it was not possible to plant the entire lawn in the country, then part of it will die. There is another option - to buy a ready-made mixture for gardening in the form of seeds and sow in a specially designated place.
Preparing for landing
Often, not knowing what to plant in the dacha, gardeners decide to sow open areas with landscaping mixture, believing that they will get a beautiful lawn. This method of planting will not lead to the desired results, since a number of preparatory measures must be carried out.
First, all weeds are removed. For this, herbicides such as "Ground" are used. After about a week, the weeds will die, and after another week, you can prepare the land for digging.
Second, level the ground. Remove old plantings, bumps, dig, level and compact the ground. This measure will allow you to easily care for the future lawn. During digging, remove weed rhizomes.
Third, it is good to fertilize the soil, shed, and only after that proceed to planting. Covering materials will accelerate the germination of seeds. And the first mowing is carried out two weeks after the appearance of the first shoots.
Caring and watering the lawn
It is worth noting that the lawn in the country requires some care. For many, this is a rather laborious process. Regular watering is needed, otherwise bright beautiful grasswill turn into a withering meadow. Regular mowing is not only necessary for aesthetic purposes. The more often the grass is cut, the denser it becomes, displaces weeds and withstands trampling. The neglected green area will begin to inseminate, spread over the site, and the low grass will turn into lush weeds.
Any arrangement of a suburban area requires effort and timeliness. That is why it is recommended to start with small lawns. This is the best option for those who are trying to create landscape design in the country. Small neat lawns in an ensemble with alpine slides, paths and flower beds will create a unique fabulous look in your garden.
