New turf lawns in York
Turf does best on soil it can root into. York's clay is fertile but heavy: it compacts, holds water and cracks in a dry summer. New-build gardens are often worse, with rubble and compacted subsoil under a thin skim of topsoil.
We strip the old lawn and weeds, dig or rotavate to break up compaction, remove stones and debris, and bring in screened topsoil where needed. The ground is levelled, firmed and fed before the turf arrives.
Laying
Turf is delivered fresh and laid the same day in staggered rows, joints pushed tight, worked off boards so the prepared soil is not trodden down. Edges are trimmed and it is watered in.
Aftercare
- Water daily for two weeks unless there is proper rain.
- Keep off for two to three weeks while it roots.
- First cut high once rooted.
- Feed in spring and autumn.
Wet ground near the rivers: parts of York beside the Ouse and Foss sit low and wet. Sharp sand worked into the soil, a slightly raised level or a simple drain can help. If turf will always struggle, artificial grass is the honest alternative.
Turfing and new lawns across York
We cover York and the villages around it, including Dringhouses, Fulford, Heslington, Huntington, Haxby, Wigginton, Clifton, Bishopthorpe and more. Give us a ring on 01904 911157 with your postcode if you are unsure whether we reach you.
Questions about turfing and new lawns
Turf or seed?
Turf gives a usable lawn in weeks and is far less affected by birds and weeds. Seed is cheaper but slower.
When is the best time to turf?
Spring and autumn are ideal.
How soon can we use it?
Light use after about three weeks.
Do you supply the turf?
Yes, fresh for the day.
