SPRING GARDEN: 5 THINGS TO DO IN AUGUST

Winter’s coming to an end – and your lawn knows it!

In KZN, August is when things start stirring beneath the surface, the sun is warmer, the days are longer and grass is quietly preparing to burst into spring mode.

But here’s the catch: if you wait until September to act, you’ve already missed the moment.

Here are 5 things you can do right now to give your lawn a head start – and avoid playing catch-up later.

1. Rake out the winter gunk

Winter leaves behind dead grass, debris, and compacted soil. Raking your lawn in August helps remove thatch and lets light and air in – two things your grass is craving. It also gives you a clear view of any patchy areas that need attention.

2. Top-dress with compost or topsoil

This is prime time to level out bumps and dips and boost your soil health. Spreading a thin layer of compost or screened topsoil helps your lawn:

• Recover from winter stress
• Kick-start spring growth
• Improve water and nutrient retention

Evangrass supplies high-quality compost and topsoil – perfect for this job.

3. Patch bare spots with plugs or sod

Got dead patches? Don’t wait. August is ideal for planting grass trays or sod, so they can root before spring heat sets in.

We grow and supply a range of grass types suited to every KZN condition:

• Kikuyu
• LM Berea (shade-tolerant)
• Buffalo
• Cynodon (sports fields)
• Royal Blue (frost-hardy)

Whether you’re DIYing with plugs or want a full instant lawn laid – we’ve got you.

4. Feed before the surge

Your grass may look dormant, but it’s already preparing for the season ahead. A light fertiliser or organic lawn booster now will set the stage for lush growth in September. (Tip: Avoid overfeeding – too much nitrogen too soon can stress the grass.)

Not sure what fertiliser to use? Ask us.

5. Book your sod & laying early

Landscapers and homeowners start scrambling for instant lawn in September. Beat the rush – if you’re planning to redo a lawn, August is the time to order. We deliver across KZN and offer professional laying, including pegging on slopes.

Chat to us on office@evangrass.co.za or (031) 785 1388/ 1612 or order online here.