Lawn Tasks for Autumn

The following table lists maintenance tasks that you'll need to carry out on your lawn during the autumn.

Procedure	Steps
Sowing and Laying	Sow grass seed or lay turf in early autumn.
Mowing	Reduce height of cut as growth rate slows. Set mower to wintercut height by the end of autumn.
Watering	Occasionally water if dry.
Fertilizing	Apply high potash autumn lawn feed a few days after scarifying.
Aerating and Scarifying	Scarify and aerate lawn, or hollow tine to remove thatch.
Weed and Moss Control	Apply weedkiller. Treat moss with lawn sand.
Other Tasks	Carry out any repair work. Sweep off wormcasts. Top-dress after autumn renovation. Rake up and remove fallen leaves.