<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Gardening Guys]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are lawn specialists. We help make your lawn look it's best all year round. We also provide other services such as hedge cutting.]]></description><link>https://www.gardeningguys.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:33:36 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.gardeningguys.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Why Scarifying and Overfeeding Your Lawn in September Brings Back the Green. Get help in Ashford, Hythe, Folkestone from the Gardening Guys.]]></title><description><![CDATA[A tired lawn can look beyond saving by the end of summer. Brown patches, matted thatch, thin grass, mossy corners and dusty soil all make the garden feel worn out. Then September arrives. The rain returns, the heat eases, and the garden starts to green up almost overnight. That is exactly why this is one of the best moments of the year to scarify the lawn and give it a proper autumn feed. Scarifying clears away the dead, choking material sitting at the base of the grass. Feeding afterwards...]]></description><link>https://www.gardeningguys.com/post/why-scarifying-and-overfeeding-your-lawn-in-september-brings-back-the-green-get-help-in-ashford-hy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a9fddc68327f2a81c08787a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:08:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/53c5b3_0e07c4cab9d34ada80a6c62abbb45635~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>scott9975</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why scarifying and aerating your lawn will help reestablish your garden this September/ October in Ashford, Canterbury, Hythe and Folkestone.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Benefits of Scarifying and Aerating Your Lawn Scarifying and aerating your lawn are essential practices that can significantly improve the health and appearance of your garden, especially during the autumn months of September and October. Here’s why these processes are particularly beneficial for residents in Ashford, Canterbury, Hythe, and Folkestone: 1. Enhances Soil Health Aeration involves perforating the soil with holes to allow air, water, and nutrients to penetrate down to the roots....]]></description><link>https://www.gardeningguys.com/post/why-scarifying-and-aerating-your-lawn-will-help-reestablish-your-garden-this-september-october-in-a</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a8add4016311e234317d326</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 11:46:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/01c218e615bad53615b90a83c304f7cb.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_672,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>scott9975</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Fertilizers for a Healthy Lawn Organic vs Synthetic and How to Choose the Right One]]></title><description><![CDATA[A lawn can look tired for a dozen reasons, but poor feeding is one of the most common. Pale grass, thin patches, slow recovery after mowing, and moss creeping into weak areas often point to the same issue: the turf is not getting the nutrients it needs, when it needs them. Fertiliser is not a magic fix. It cannot correct compacted soil, deep shade, poor drainage, or blunt mower blades on its own. But the right product, used at the right time, can help grass grow thicker, greener, and more...]]></description><link>https://www.gardeningguys.com/post/best-fertilizers-for-a-healthy-lawn-organic-vs-synthetic-and-how-to-choose-the-right-one</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a845dffc3f728e21a293ab5</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:30:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/53c5b3_e6a8bfee1918454dbac85fdf746819dd~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>scott9975</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Fix Soil Compaction in Your Lawn for Healthier Greener Grass]]></title><description><![CDATA[A compacted lawn often looks as if it needs more feed, more seed, or more effort. The grass thins, puddles linger after rain, moss creeps in, and bare patches appear along paths and play areas. Yet the real problem may be under the surface, where the soil has become too dense for roots, air, and water to move freely. The good news is that soil compaction is fixable. With the right mix of aeration, organic matter, sensible watering, and good timing, a tired lawn can recover and grow into a...]]></description><link>https://www.gardeningguys.com/post/how-to-fix-soil-compaction-in-your-lawn-for-healthier-greener-grass</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a845d5f6f644c8dfb485e50</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:26:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/53c5b3_f07665caa890457b89c34b04876d0710~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>scott9975</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Regenerate Your Lawn After Dry Hot Weather with Scarifying, Aeration, Overseeding and Top Dressing]]></title><description><![CDATA[A hot, dry spell can make a lawn look finished. Grass turns straw-coloured, bare patches open up, moss and thatch become more obvious, and the soil can feel as hard as a path. The good news is that most lawns are tougher than they look. With the right recovery plan, even tired turf can thicken up again. The key is to work in the right order. Scarifying clears out the dead layer. Hollow tyne aeration opens the soil. Overseeding fills the gaps with fresh grass. Top dressing protects the seed...]]></description><link>https://www.gardeningguys.com/post/how-to-regenerate-your-lawn-after-dry-hot-weather-with-scarifying-aeration-overseeding-and-top-dre</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a845987c3f728e21a29311d</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:09:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/53c5b3_7e06cebb0d9c423f850d1ed39be7ecd2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>scott9975</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>