I really need help to get rid of weeds (lots of them) and to help my buffalo (not sure if it’s Sir Walter or Sapphire) lawn grow better. I have read lots of the turf laying threads and have an idea of what I need to do, so I just want to clarify a few things to make sure I get this right. To start with I am now fully aware that when we prepared the soil, we did a crap job of it, hence the problems we are having now. I have been on the verge of giving up on the lawn and putting in synthetic turf, however after reading the fantastic information available on this site I feel invigorated to give this ‘Save our Lawn’ project a go!
Basically we have lots of green coverage, however I think about half of it is weeds, we also have several bare patches – mainly where our dog has decided to roll around. So here is what I think I need to do (but am not sure if I have covered all the steps or even if they are in the right order)
1. Mow lawn and then spread Seamungus – preferably the green pellets
2. Spread a thin layer (top dress) with organic compost – I live in Dunsborough, does anyone know where I can get this from in bulk in SW of WA? and also, how much would I need for 85m2
3. Water with molasses / powerfeed / seasol mixture (have been able to get ratios from other posts). Should I be doing this as per the frequency of when you initially lay turf, i.e. weekly for 4 weeks, then every 2 weeks, then every month?
Does this look correct?
Can I do all of the above steps over a weekend? i.e. don't need to wait a certain time between each step.
Should I be applying a wetting agent? If so, when?
Should I be applying Blood and Bone? If so, when?
Do I need to aerate and spike? If so, do I do this before anything else?
I’m assuming it would be a good idea to make the lawn a ‘no go area’ for a month or so whilst trying to improve the soil.
We have an organic vegetable garden so the whole organic approach is inspiring and I can't wait to get started on this.
I have taken photos of my lawn but can't figure out how to upload them. Can anyone tell me how to do this, can't see a browse function.