February is the time to plan — not panic. What starts now ensures you are not frustrated by the poor condition of your lawn when you ant to be out enjoying the weather and your garden.
If your lawn looks tired in February, you’re not alone. The best  lawns are created by applying fertiliser in a managed way — they’re created by feeding at the right time, in the right conditions.
Healthy lawn soil needs a balance of air and water. If the ground is waterlogged or compacted, roots can’t “breathe” properly and your grass won’t perform as you expect. Try to address underlying issues and not just focus on applying nutrition and hoping that will suffice.
What to do now (February)
  • Feed at the right time: as the days lengthen and there is more heat in the sun, grass starts to grow and growing grass needs nutrients to support it.
  • Check drainage & compaction: if water sits for days, plan to aerate/spike once the lawn conditions are right.
  • Get mowing right: when growth starts, mow little and often — don’t scalp and don’t leave it too late to get really long!
When to apply the first spring feed
Feed once the days begin to lengthen and grass is growing again.
What to use
A spring fertiliser should support steady green-up without forcing the lawn. If you’re unsure, choose a slow-release product for a more even result and lower risk of rapid soft growth that can be susceptible to disease.
If you’re overseeding
Be cautious with strong high-nitrogen feeds — anything that stats it provides ‘fast green-up’ or ‘instant results’ is exactly what to avoid. We are looking for sustained, gradual improvement, not an instant hit.
Spring nutrition works best when the soil is healthy, the lawn is growing, and the basics are right. If you want help choosing the correct approach for your lawn, speak to a lawncare professional.