We often get asked about the differences between blended and homogeneous fertilisers. GreenBest can offer both and we are happy to help you choose depending on your requirements. Here's a quick guide to help you understand both types... What is a blended fertiliser? A simple mix of two or more different materials. The granules vary … Continue reading Blended vs Homogeneous
What does NPK stand for? N, P & K are the chemical symbols for nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium respectively. These are the three main nutrients required by a plant to grow and thrive. The NPK of a fertiliser is usually written as three numbers which refer to the percentage of that nutrient in the product. … Continue reading What is NPK?
'Organic' lawn treatments are growing in demand in the British lawn care industry. It seems to be partly fuelled by the public's changing perception of sustainability and partly by the continued restriction on the use of professional plant protection products. I am increasingly asked about how to create a 100% organic lawn treatment plan, here … Continue reading Organic Lawn Treatments
What problems does drought cause for the lawn? Lack of water causes severe drought stress in lawns. Without water, the grass will slow its growth and lose its colour. Fungal pathogens will find drought-stressed grass easy to attack, especially in the warm and humid evenings. Drought also increases the risk of causing burn/scorch from lawn … Continue reading Non-scorch summer lawn treatments
