In this Gardeners’ World guide to autumn lawn care, Monty Don shows you how to aerate your lawn and rake out the matted debris to help the grass thrive. He also explains what to do about worm casts on a lawn and why you should consider them a blessing rather than a curse.
How to look after your lawn in autumn
Monty shows how to care for your lawn in autumn in order to keep it looking good all year.
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