New lawn, any tips?

jimpix12

Hi all. I have moved into a new property that had its lawn sown about a year ago (not turfed). It was neglected prior to me moving in, so was absolutely loaded with weeds. I have removed them all manually and did feed&weed it a few weeks ago and also raked out stones etc. I have also got a decent roller electric mower and replaced the blades.

However it is still very bare in places, it's almost like they used 2 different grass types in specific places! I.e. some parts grow very quickly and are a dark green colour, whereas other parts are very light/almost yellow coloured and grow very slowly. I was considering getting a aerator and doing this, but not sure what will make a difference. As it's a new build there are some issues with drainage - probably rubble buried there - but I can't see this being the only reason for the whole lawn being so mixed. I know it's new and they take time to establish but can anyone give me some pointers please?

I am in SE England and the soil type is lightly acidic/loamy.

wallbash

Couple of questions ,

Do you want a really nice lawn
Can you spend some money or is time and hard work the way to go. ?

probably rubble buried there -

Thats my guess ,until you sort that out , you will never have a good lawn.

jimpix12

There is rubble or clay near the house, as obvious from the way it takes longer to drain. Yes, I am happy to spend money and/or dig the entire lawn up if necessary (would wait til next spring now though).