It’s the time of year to get gardening. Today let’s work on our biggest garden - our lawns. If you have sparse grass in parts of your lawn, spring is a great time to plant additional grass seed.

A pristine lawn is often the centrepiece of a well-kept garden, so it's essential to start your lawn care at the optimal time. This involves knowing the precise height at which to mow your grass ...

For further soil drainage improvement, the RHS recommends aerating the ground with a garden fork and using lawn feed to strengthen the grass.