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Summer 2024 is set to be an exciting summer of sports with Wimbledon, The Grand National, The Open and, of course, the Euros all taking place over the coming months.
Watching the action unfold on TV screens may well turn our attention to our own outdoor spaces and more specifically neglected lawns that are anything but immaculate. For anyone feeling that their garden is more wilderness than Wembley, one expert is on hand to help.
James Williams, Head Groundsman at London Stadium, home to West Ham FC has revealed his top tips on how to get the perfect striped football pitch lawn at home. With 18 years in the sports turf industry, Mr Williams knows a thing or two about creating the perfect stripes.
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The lawn expert said: “With regards to how to get the perfect striped football pitch lawn at home, the stripes come from the direction the grass is rolled or brushed and have nothing to do with the height of the grass.
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"When cutting your lawn try not to cut too much at once as it causes stress to the grass plant. I would advise taking the height down gradually rather than all at once.”
Offering his open personal tips to getting the perfect pitch at home, he added: “My suggestion would be to use a tight string line for cutting instead of doing it by eye - this will give you the base to create your striped lawn.
"After you’ve cut your lawn, use either a roller or brush to create the perfect stripe pattern - be sure to go in alternate directions to get the perfect stripe.”
How often should homeowners be cutting their lawns?
When asked how often homeowners should be cutting their lawns, James said the number of times grass needs cutting is dependent on two factors:
The amount of fertiliser used
The time of year in terms of temperature and sunlight levels.
James said: “On average, homeowners should be looking to cut their grass, once a week, especially at this time of year.
“If you’re looking to slow down the growth of your lawn, consider using a growth regulator - this will mean you won’t have to cut your grass as often.”